The great wonders of China / edited by Jonathan Fenby.
| Other author | Fenby, Jonathan, editor. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | Revised paperback edition. |
| Publication | London : Thames & Hudson Ltd, 2024. |
| Copyright Date | ©2024 |
| Description | 336 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : colour illustrations, map ; 20 cm |
| Subjects |
| Uniform title | Seventy wonders of China. |
| Abstract | "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 modern, 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"--Amazon.com. |
| General note | First published in 2007 under the title: The seventy wonders of China. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN | 9780500297841 |
| ISBN | 0500297843 paperback |