China (History of Nations) [School & Library Binding]

C. J. Shane (Editor)

Book Description

Series: History of Nations | Publication Date: January 2003

China is home to the world's oldest civilization. This anthology traces China's history through centuries of dynastic rule to the establishment of a nation state in the twentieth century. Readings cover the Communist revolution, the current social and economic transformations, and the challenges facing China now and in the future.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 9 Up-This anthology examines the complex historical scope of this nation from its earliest dynasties, approximately 2205 B.C.E. through centuries of Confucian-influenced dynasties and continuing to the advent of communism, the Cultural Revolution, and the modern country. An excellent historical overview sets the stage for the series of articles that follow. Chapters are arranged either chronologically or thematically according to the nature of the material. Within the chapters, each article is introduced with a selection from a germane text that serves to orient readers to the ensuing article. Both primary and secondary documents and materials are included in the text. The articles include treatments of those important events that shaped the evolution of China politically and socially. Sidebar stories enhance the text. Useful for high school students and beyond.
Sylvia V. Meisner, Greensboro Montessori School, NC
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Library Binding edition.

Review

"An excellent historical overview sets the stage for the series of articles that follow. ... Useful for high school students and beyond."
-- School Library Journal (August 2003) (School Library Journal )

"A useful resource for most school and public library collections as well as for history classrooms."
-- Kliatt (July 2003) (KLIATT ) --This text refers to the Library Binding edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 13 and up
  
• School & Library Binding: 237 pages
• Publisher: Topeka Bindery (January 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0613739493
• ISBN-13: 978-0613739498
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,566,280 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Zurlo review from SLJ does not belong with this title, February 27, 2004

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This review is from: History of Nations - China (paperback edition) (Paperback)

The review from School Library Journal is for a book by Zurlo which does not match this title. Find the correct review for the correct book, please. Earlier, you had a review by Sylvia Meisner from SLJ that matched this book title. Please put the Meisner review with the Shane title and the review you have posted here should go with the Zurlo book.