In this lively and engaging book, author Frank Elias takes readers on a journey through the fascinating cultures of China, Korea, and Japan. From the bustling cities of Shanghai and Tokyo to the serene temples of Kyoto and Seoul, Elias provides a vivid and compelling portrait of these fascinating countries and their people. With a wealth of fascinating anecdotes and insightful commentary, this book is essential reading for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the cultures of East Asia.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.