A Comprehensive Discussion on the Great Wall

Author: Dong Yaohui
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This book takes the historical evolution of the Great Wall (Qin Great Wall, Han Great Wall, Ming Great Wall) as its main thread, providing a comprehensive discussion on the military defensive function of the Great Wall, the architectural remains of the Great Wall, the historical role of the Great Wall in ethnic integration, and the culture and spirit of the Great Wall. Mr. Dong Yaohui, the Secretary-General of the China Great Wall Society, is a seasoned researcher of the Great Wall. He has accompanied numerous foreign dignitaries on tours of the Great Wall and provided them with commentary. In this book, he explores the past and present, expressing his sentiments and emotions, employing a combination of macro and micro perspectives to argue that the Great Wall is a symbol of openness and peace, rather than a barrier of closure and conservatism. The book also uses many vivid examples to tell people that the Great Wall is not only the Great Wall of China but also the Great Wall of the world. The Great Wall is a testament to the resilience, diligence, and leadership of the Chinese nation. In this sense, the spirit of the Great Wall is a great spirit of the Chinese nation, and it is a rich and precious cultural heritage left to future generations by our ancestors.