A Concise History of China. Illustrated Edition (4 Volumes)

Author: Zhu Hanguo
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: The Eastern Civilization as Seen by Westerners – Explores 8,000 years of Chinese civilization, from prehistoric times to the rise of Confucianism and Buddhism, from dynastic empires to the modern communist state. Investigates the roles of various factors, forces, ideas, inventions, historical events, and leaders in shaping Chinese civilization; traces the rise and fall of dynasties, the introduction of Buddhism, technological advancements, population explosions, and the turmoil of the Cultural Revolution – from influential historians, poets, and writers to the philosophies, religions, family patterns, and foreign invasions that have significantly impacted Chinese culture.