The Little Book of Ancient China: A Pocket Guide to an Epic Civilization, Including Key Events, People, Trivia and More

Uncover the rich culture and unique history of Ancient China through this pocket-sized book, full of the history of its exceptional cultureDive into the secrets of one of the oldest continuous civilizations, originating over 3,000 years ago, and go on a journey through the land that invented the early form of paper, gunpowder, silk production, philosophical foundations and the Great Wall. Within these pages, you will discover:- A timeline of the Ancient Chinese civilization, spanning from the Neolithic period to the Song Dynasty- Profiles of some of the most influential figures, from Confucius to Empress Wu Zetian to Su Shi- An insight into the daily life of an Ancient Chinese citizen- A glimpse of the rich art, culture and intellectual life, from calligraphy to the making of ceramics, and the Terracotta army to the Four Great Classical Novels- The influence of Ancient China on the modern day, from writing systems and architecture to medicine, religious practices and moreEnjoy learning