Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
China -- the oldest ancient civilization in the world -- Architecture in China -- Government of China -- Chinese religion and spiritual thought -- Chinese afterlife -- Agriculture and trade -- Family and social life -- Language and arts -- Science and innovation -- China's legacy to the world -- Fall ... and rise -- Culture.
Summary:
"Examines the rise and fall of the ancient Chinese. Readers will come away with a comprehensive understanding of who the ancient Chinese were, how they built their empire, and what happened to their civilization"--Provided by publisher.
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