China

By Robert E. Murowchick

Book Overview

Whatever aspect of China interests the reader, this beautifully illustrated volume will provide a thorough and thought-provoking look at this complex and often volatile country.

Said to be the oldest continuous civilization, China is a country full of contradictions; it is at once tranquil and dramatic, unified and diverse. China: Ancient Culture, Modern Land gives the reader the experience of living in China today as well as an overview of ancient Chinese history and culture.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0806126833
• ISBN13: 9780806126838
• Release Date: October 1994
• Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 2.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 9.6" x 12.5"

Customer Reviews

A Up-To-Date Book

China : Ancient Culture, Modern Land (Cradles of Civilization) is a colorful well designed book that is packed full with information on the world's most populous country. For the past or the present this book provides neccesary information for anyone who is doing reaserch on China. With a large array of pictures and interesting information this is a great book to buy. Information from the dynasties to the Communist rule over China today, makes this book worth the buy.