The Great Navigations of the Chinese Empire: Zheng He's Voyages to the West

Author: Zhao Zhihua
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: This book takes Zheng He's seven voyages to the Western Oceans as its main thread, intertwining aspects of the imperial court and the, land and sea, within the country and overseas, creating a grand picture of early Ming social life. It vividly recreates Zheng He's magnificent life as a great navigator, outstanding diplomat, and envoy of peace, embodying the nation's actions in the Ming Dynasty.