This book aims to lead readers to explore the history of Chinese calligraphy, and presents both the practical and artistic features of the craft. It contains information on the origin of the Chineses writing system, the evolution of the functions of the writing system and various chirographic scripts and styles. It also covers famous calligraphers and their cultural heritages, as well as the aesthetic preferences of many Chinese emperors who loved calligraphy and how that had influnced the art.