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A guide to the history, society, beliefs and art of one of the most mysterious and intriguing of all civilizations.

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China by Edward L Shaughnessy

Discover this unique culture through a combination of authoritative, accessible scholarship and magnificent photographs. Drawing on the most recent discoveries and theories, the book investigates key cultural, spiritual and artistic traditions of this vast civilization and describes the country's major scientific and technological innovations, including gunpowder, printing and the compass. A wealth of colour photography and artwork, together with a lively and authoritative text, vividly evokes the customs and traditions of the Chinese world, from life in the most remote rural villages to the running of the imperial court.
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ISBN 13 9781844830961
ISBN 10 1844830969
Title China
Author Edward L Shaughnessy
Series Reference Classics
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Watkins Media Limited
Year published 2005-04-05
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.