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The eBook's content falls into into five key sections, the contents of which are summarised below.
i. Introduction
An interactive Table of Contents, part of this eBook's design, facilitates electronic searching via the Kindle eReader or other device it is downloaded to. This is accompanied by a 'Readers' Guide' briefly summarising key content areas. A helpful Glossary of key terms readers may encounter is also included for their benefit.
ii. Chinese Astrology
An exhaustive list of Animal Years and Year Elements enables readers' acquaintance with these (and their own). Years elapsed so far in the 12-Year Cycle beginning in Rat Year 2007 are summarised. Intriguing insights into the Chinese Zodiac's origin are followed by personality traits, Career and other advice appropriate for each of its 12 Signs.
The legend of 'Lung' the Chinese Dragon is explored at length before the 'Fortunes of the 12 Animals' for 2012-13 are presented.
iii 5 Elements Qigong
Whilst accounts of the influences of the 5 Elements or 'Wuxing' permeate this work this section offers practical guidance to readers to enable them to even draw upon their power in ways improving their overall health and fitness and encouraging longevity.
Both Internal (Nei Dan) and External (Wei Dan) aspects of 5 Elements Qigong (literally 'Strong Qi') Exercise is covered in this section.
iv. 5 Elements Feng Shui
An introduction to 'the art of placement' from the perspectives of the Form and Compass School of Feng Shui makes recommendations relating to both the interiors and exteriors of locations with regards to Dragon Year 2012-13 energies and Water its Year Element. Feng Shui 'Wealth Enhancers' (objects whose appropriate location draws prosperity into your life) are explored in some detail, alongside the contribution of Gem and Crystal Feng Shui to such endeavours.
v. Chinese New Year Celebrations and Customs
The eBook closes with an overview of Chinese New Year Celebrations and the symbolism and activities involved with examples such as Chinese Lion Dancing receiving detailed consideration.
Overall
Timely, easy-to-follow advice to those keen to explore essential aspects of Chinese culture and associated areas of activity such as Chinese Astrology, Feng Shui, Qigong (and even Wu Shu) particularly relevant to this current Year of the Dragon 2012 in the form of an inexpensive Guide!
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