Ancient China

Arthur Cotterell

Book - 2005

Illustrations and text explore the history of Imperial China from its earliest beginnings to the days of the last emperor.

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Published
New York : DK Pub 2005.
Language
English
Main Author
Arthur Cotterell (-)
Other Authors
Alan Hills (illustrator), Geoff Brightling
Edition
Rev. ed
Item Description
At head of title: Eyewitness.
Prev ed.: 1994
Physical Description
72 p. : col. ill., maps ; 29 cm
Bibliography
Includes index.
ISBN
9780756613822
9780756613914
  • The world's oldest empire
  • The beginning of China
  • The teachings of Confucius
  • The art of war
  • The first emperor of China
  • In the empire's service
  • A land of invention
  • Paper, printing, and books
  • The Three Ways
  • Health and medicine
  • The three perfections
  • Life in the fields
  • Great waterways
  • Within the city walls
  • At home
  • Food and drink
  • Dressed for best
  • Adornment
  • Festivals and games
  • Living in harmony
  • Gardens of Heaven
  • Arts and crafts
  • The Silk Road