China in World History

by Paul S. Ropp

Book Overview

Here is a fascinating compact history of Chinese political, economic, and cultural life, ranging from the origins of civilization in China to the beginning of the 21st century. Historian Paul Ropp combines vivid story-telling with astute analysis to shed light on some of the larger questions of Chinese history. What is distinctive about China in comparison with other civilizations? What have been the major changes and continuities in Chinese life...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195381955
• ISBN13: 9780195381955
• Release Date: July 2010
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"