Ancient China
Will be published approx. on 7. January 2027
Book
Hardback
160 pages
978-0-241-83623-1 (ISBN)
Description
Take an unforgettable journey back in time to the fascinating world of ancient China and discover its rich history, customs, and traditions.
Why did the First Emperor create the Terracotta Army? Who was allowed inside the Forbidden City? What type of goods were transported along the Silk Roads? Which of the world's greatest inventions came from ancient China, and how were traditional Chinese houses built? Uncover the answers to these questions and much more as you explore this ancient civilization.
Discover what life was like during ancient China's dynasties from the Bronze Age through the golden ages of Tang and Song to Ming and beyond. Learn about the daily lives of its people, from silk-weavers and civil servants to Buddhist nuns and emperors, and discover the secrets hidden within their tombs. Explore the teachings of the Chinese thinker Confucius, and how his beliefs influenced society. Find out about traditional Chinese medicine and how farmers used irrigation machines as early as 100 CE.
Pore over breathtaking images, incredible artefacts, and unique illustrations that vividly presents ancient Chinese history to children as never seen before.
Why did the First Emperor create the Terracotta Army? Who was allowed inside the Forbidden City? What type of goods were transported along the Silk Roads? Which of the world's greatest inventions came from ancient China, and how were traditional Chinese houses built? Uncover the answers to these questions and much more as you explore this ancient civilization.
Discover what life was like during ancient China's dynasties from the Bronze Age through the golden ages of Tang and Song to Ming and beyond. Learn about the daily lives of its people, from silk-weavers and civil servants to Buddhist nuns and emperors, and discover the secrets hidden within their tombs. Explore the teachings of the Chinese thinker Confucius, and how his beliefs influenced society. Find out about traditional Chinese medicine and how farmers used irrigation machines as early as 100 CE.
Pore over breathtaking images, incredible artefacts, and unique illustrations that vividly presents ancient Chinese history to children as never seen before.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 9 to 12 years
Product notice
Laminated cover
Dimensions
Height: 287 mm
Width: 238 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
440 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-241-83623-1 (9780241836231)
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Schweitzer Classification