| Publication |
USA, Lorenz Books, 1998.
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| Description |
64pWhite Spine
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| Summary/Abstract |
Describes the ancient Chinese civilization , culture and beliefs until the period of the Last Emperor. Contains practical projects which bring history alive suhc as flying a dragon kite, making a odel of a Han house and cooking a traditional Chinese recipe.
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| Contents |
An ancient civilization
The middle kingdom
Makers of history
The sons of heaven
Religions and beliefs
Chinese society
Towns and cities
Houses and gardens
Home comforts
Family life
Farming and crops
Fine food
Markets and trade
Medicine and science
Feats of engineering
Famous inventions
Stone relics
Workers of metal
Porcelain and lacquer
The secret of silk
Dress and ornament
Chinese art
The written word
Musicians and performers
Games and pastimes
Travel by land
Junks and sampans
Soldiers and weapons
Soldiers and weapons
Festivals and customs
Glossary
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| Standard Number |
1859677622 Hb.
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