DK Eyewitness Books: Ancient China - by Arthur Cotterell (Hardcover)

Name: DK Eyewitness Books: Ancient China - by Arthur Cotterell (Hardcover)
Brand: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
SKU: 1006601384
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Highlights

A spectacular and informative guide to the history of the great Chinese empire and the customs and traditions of its people.
8-12 Years
11.3" x 9.0" Hardcover
72 Pages
Juvenile Nonfiction, History
Series Name: DK Eyewitness

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Book Synopsis

A spectacular and informative guide to the history of the great Chinese empire and the customs and traditions of its people.

Stunning real-life photographs and lifelike models offer a unique "eyewitness" view of life in imperial China, from its earliest beginnings in the Bronze Age to its final years in the early 20th century. See the stunning bronze work of the ancient Chinese and the beautiful techniques used for Chinese calligraphy. Learn why the First Emperor created the Terracotta Army, what kinds of goods were carried along the Silk Route, who invented paper, and much, much more.

The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures.

About the Author

Among Arthur Cotterell's historical books are Chariot, The Minoan World, A Dictionary of World Mythology, The Penguin Encyclopedia of Classical Civilizations, The Pimlico Dictionary of Classical Civilizations, The Pimlico Dictionary of Classical Mythologies, and Eyewitness: Ancient China.

Dimensions (Overall): 11.3 Inches (H) x 9.0 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.2 Pounds

Suggested Age: 8-12 Years

Number of Pages: 72

Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Sub-Genre: History

Series Title: DK Eyewitness

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Theme: Asia

Format: Hardcover

Author: Arthur Cotterell

Language: English

Street Date: September 1, 2005

TCIN: 1006601384

UPC: 9780756613822

Item Number (DPCI): 247-12-4390

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.5 inches length x 9 inches width x 11.3 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 1.2 pounds

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