China: A History: Volume 1: From Neolithic cultures through the Great Qing Empire 10,000 BCE–1799 CEHackett Publishing, Mar 12, 2010 - 414 pages Now available in two volumes, this accessible, yet rigorous, introduction to the political, social, and cultural history of China provides a balanced and thoughtful account of the development of Chinese civilization from its beginnings to the present day. Each volume includes ample illustrations, a full complement of maps, a chronological table, extensive notes, recommendations for further reading and an index. |