The great wonders of China / edited by Jonathan Fenby.

Other author Fenby, Jonathan, editor.
Format Book
EditionRevised paperback edition.
PublicationLondon : Thames & Hudson Ltd, 2024.
Copyright Date©2024
Description336 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : colour illustrations, map ; 20 cm
Subjects

Uniform titleSeventy 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 noteFirst published in 2007 under the title: The seventy wonders of China.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN9780500297841
ISBN0500297843 paperback