an outline history of china
Book Details
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Publisher: Foreign Languages Press
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Published Year: 1958
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Language: English
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Pages: 487
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Illustrations: 25 illustrations including 4 color plates
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Cover: Hardback (Custom Binding)
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Dimensions: 19 x 13 cm
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Condition: Used – Good (custom binding; overall well preserved)
About the Book
This volume presents a sweeping and scholarly survey of Chinese civilization from prehistoric origins to the mid-20th century. Written by noted historian Bai Shouyi, it traces the political dynasties, cultural developments, philosophical traditions, economic systems, and social transformations that shaped China across millennia.
The narrative balances political history with cultural and intellectual currents, offering readers insight into Confucian thought, imperial governance, technological innovation, and the revolutionary changes of the modern era. Supported by 25 illustrations, including 4 color plates, the book enhances historical understanding with visual references that complement the text.
A valuable reference for students, historians, and collectors of classic works on Asian history, this edition—despite its custom binding—remains in good condition and retains strong academic and archival appeal.
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an outline history of china
an outline history of china
Book Details
-
Publisher: Foreign Languages Press
-
Published Year: 1958
-
Language: English
-
Pages: 487
-
Illustrations: 25 illustrations including 4 color plates
-
Cover: Hardback (Custom Binding)
-
Dimensions: 19 x 13 cm
-
Condition: Used – Good (custom binding; overall well preserved)
About the Book
This volume presents a sweeping and scholarly survey of Chinese civilization from prehistoric origins to the mid-20th century. Written by noted historian Bai Shouyi, it traces the political dynasties, cultural developments, philosophical traditions, economic systems, and social transformations that shaped China across millennia.
The narrative balances political history with cultural and intellectual currents, offering readers insight into Confucian thought, imperial governance, technological innovation, and the revolutionary changes of the modern era. Supported by 25 illustrations, including 4 color plates, the book enhances historical understanding with visual references that complement the text.
A valuable reference for students, historians, and collectors of classic works on Asian history, this edition—despite its custom binding—remains in good condition and retains strong academic and archival appeal.
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Book Details
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Publisher: Foreign Languages Press
-
Published Year: 1958
-
Language: English
-
Pages: 487
-
Illustrations: 25 illustrations including 4 color plates
-
Cover: Hardback (Custom Binding)
-
Dimensions: 19 x 13 cm
-
Condition: Used – Good (custom binding; overall well preserved)
About the Book
This volume presents a sweeping and scholarly survey of Chinese civilization from prehistoric origins to the mid-20th century. Written by noted historian Bai Shouyi, it traces the political dynasties, cultural developments, philosophical traditions, economic systems, and social transformations that shaped China across millennia.
The narrative balances political history with cultural and intellectual currents, offering readers insight into Confucian thought, imperial governance, technological innovation, and the revolutionary changes of the modern era. Supported by 25 illustrations, including 4 color plates, the book enhances historical understanding with visual references that complement the text.
A valuable reference for students, historians, and collectors of classic works on Asian history, this edition—despite its custom binding—remains in good condition and retains strong academic and archival appeal.












