| Ancient Chinese Civilization Contributor(s): Van Pelt, Todd (Author), Matthews, Rupert (Author) |
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ISBN: 1404280359 ISBN-13: 9781404280359 Publisher: Rosen Central OUR PRICE: $32.75 Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats Published: August 2009 Annotation: "Ancient Chinese Civilization" brings the world's longest continuous civilization to life in myth and factfrom the dawn of farming and the early bronze-makers, to the great dynasties that united China. Stunningly illustrated historical pages and carefully retold myths introduce young readers to the glories, riches, romance, and mystery of Chinese civilization. Includes sections on creation myths, gods, society, religion, agriculture, medicine, daily life, art, entertainment, war and weapons, inventions and construction, trade, and education, writing, and literature. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Asia |
| Dewey: 951 |
| LCCN: 2009012362 |
| Series: Ancient Civilizations and Their Myths and Legends (Library) |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 8" W x 10.1" (0.70 lbs) 48 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Asian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Ancient Chinese Civilization brings the world's longest continuous civilization to life in myth and factfrom the dawn of farming and the early bronze-makers, to the great dynasties that united China. Stunningly illustrated historical pages and carefully retold myths introduce young readers to the glories, riches, romance, and mystery of Chinese civilization. Includes sections on creation myths, gods, society, religion, agriculture, medicine, daily life, art, entertainment, war and weapons, inventions and construction, trade, and education, writing, and literature. |