Encyclopedia of China: History and Culture [Library Binding]

Dorothy Perkins (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1579581102 | ISBN-13: 978-1579581107 | Publication Date: January 11, 1998

Presents a representative cross-section of entries on all aspects of the history and culture of China. Alphabetically organized, the entries include

* major cities and provinces
* historical eras and figures
* government and politics
* economics
* religion
* language and the writing system
* food and customs
* sports and martial arts
* crafts and architecture
* important Chinese figures outside of mainland China
* important Westerners in China.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'a useful addition to many collections, especially in public and school libraries.' Booklist 'This is well worth a place on the reference shelves as a 'first port of call' and makes a fascinating introduction to this remarkable country.' Reference Reviews

Product Details

• Library Binding: 650 pages
• Publisher: Routledge (January 11, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1579581102
• ISBN-13: 978-1579581107
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.8 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,116,220 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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