{"product_id":"imperial-china-hardcover","title":"Imperial China - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDK\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore the long and rich history of China's great dynasties.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom the clans and legends of prehistory to the last Qing emperor, this book brings China's imperial history to life through its pivotal events, political forces, and powerful people, in a stunning collaboration between British and Chinese publishing houses. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCovering more than 5,000 years of history and featuring images of artifacts not previously seen outside of China, this definitive visual guide will captivate readers with the key events that shaped Chinese history and laid the foundations of the modern nation. Starting with prehistory and early humans, \u003ci\u003eImperial China\u003c\/i\u003e sets the scene for the arrival of China's first dynasty and reveals how the warring states of early China gave birth to the emperor-led dynasties - and China's long imperial age. With illuminating features on important historical figures, cultural achievements, and philosophy - such as the rise of Confucianism and the silk and tea trades - \u003ci\u003eImperial China\u003c\/i\u003e explores how the Chinese empire flourished and declined over the course of two millennia - from the unifying \"first emperor\" of the Qin and the golden ages of Tang and Song, to the final fall of the Manchu Qing dynasty. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith stunning photography of art and artifacts to bring key events to life, this exquisite and comprehensive history is ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about China's extraordinary heritage.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ehttps: \/\/www.dk.com\/\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 x 11.2 x 9.6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 06, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51769255854368,"sku":"9780744020472","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/3d77588e871b4623662e81554a0a1c52.webp?v=1780344439","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/imperial-china-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}