Illustrated World · Yuan

Author: Gong Shufeng
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: They came from the vast deserts, drinking mare's milk in thirst, resting in yurts in fatigue. They are the descendants of Genghis Khan, unstoppable as the Great Khan's blade swept forward. Southward to the Central Plains, westward to foreign lands, the royal family extended eastward to Eastern Europe. The refined Chinese became their subjects, while the proud foreigners knelt at their feet. The blocked ancient roads burst open with thunder, merchants gathered in the capital; devout monks arrived gracefully, building temples in all directions; and even envoys from all nations, respectful and trembling, were dazzled by the splendid and radiant prosperity. All marveled, "How majestic is the Creative Power!" This book, rich in illustrations and diverse in style, vividly recreates China's long and glorious history and civilization through over a thousand carefully selected historical stories. The book presents a clear historical context, detailed factual details, concise and lively language, and abundant illustrations, making it a high-quality historical reading material. The content covers politics, economy, military, foreign relations, art, thought, science and technology, social life, comprehensively reflecting the entire process of the rise and fall of the Qing Dynasty.