The Great Wonders of China

by: Jonathan Fenby (Author)

Publisher: Thames & Hudson

Publication Date: 2024/6/4

Language: English

Print Length: 352 pages

ISBN-10: 0500297843

ISBN-13: 9780500297841

Book Description

The magnificent wonders of China, ancient and mode, revealed by an inteational team of leading scholars.China is the oldest continuous civilization on earth and holds a unique global place in the twenty-first century. The Great Wonders of China’s wide focus shows what makes China such a special country, with topics stretching from the natural wonders, including mountains and rivers, to the Silk Road; the technological innovations of printing and the compass; and the mode, vibrant cities of today as well as famous monuments, such as the Forbidden City in Beijing and the Great Wall.In this new and updated paperback edition, a team of leading scholars from Asia and the West provide a compelling history of China. Beyond the quality of the individual entries, The Great Wonders of China provides a chronicle of Chinese history and culture as well as helping readers understand and appreciate this vast country. 22 illustrations / 21 in color

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The magnificent wonders of China, ancient and mode, revealed by an inteational team of leading scholars.China is the oldest continuous civilization on earth and holds a unique global place in the twenty-first century. The Great Wonders of China’s wide focus shows what makes China such a special country, with topics stretching from the natural wonders, including mountains and rivers, to the Silk Road; the technological innovations of printing and the compass; and the mode, vibrant cities of today as well as famous monuments, such as the Forbidden City in Beijing and the Great Wall.In this new and updated paperback edition, a team of leading scholars from Asia and the West provide a compelling history of China. Beyond the quality of the individual entries, The Great Wonders of China provides a chronicle of Chinese history and culture as well as helping readers understand and appreciate this vast country. 22 illustrations / 21 in color