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The Story of China: A Portrait of a Civilisation and Its People

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The Story of China: A Portrait of a Civilisation and Its People
The Story of China: A Portrait of a Civilisation and Its People

Enthralling narrative of China's rich historical tapestry.

If you're intrigued by how past civilizations mold the future, "The Story of China" by Michael Wood could expand your horizons. Wood intertwines meticulous historical details with the stories of individuals, both eminent and common, giving you a picturesque and comprehensive view of the Chinese civilization. His use of travel journals and archival finds makes history come alive, providing context to China's present and its ascent on the world stage. This book isn't just for history buffs; it's for anyone keen on understanding the forces that shape a rising superpower.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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by Michael Wood
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ISBN: 9781471175992
Authors: Michael Wood
Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK
Date of Publication: 2021-07-07
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Politics, Travel, History
Related Topics: Historical, Politics, World History, History, Asia, Travelogue
Goodreads rating: 4.16
(rated by 1798 readers)

Description

A single volume history of China, offering a look into the past of the global superpower and its significance today. Michael Wood has travelled the length and breadth of China producing a magisterial new book that combines a sweeping narrative of China’s story with the stories of its people, the history of its landscape and commentary from his extensive travel journals. He begins with a look at China’s prehistory—the early dynasties, the origins of the Chinese state, and the roots of Chinese culture in the teachings of Confucius. He looks at particular periods and themes that are being revaluated by historians now such as the Renaissance of the Song with its brilliant scientific discoveries. He offers a revaluation of the Qing Empire in the 18th century, just before the European impact, a time when China’s rich and diverse culture was at its height. Wood takes a new look at the encounter with the West, the Opium Wars, clashes with the British and the extraordinarily rich debates in the late 19th century as to which path China should take to move forward into modernity. Finally, he brings the story up to today by giving readers a clear, current account of China post 1949 complete with a more balanced view of Mao based on newly-opened archives. In the final chapter, Wood considers the provocative question of when, if ever, China will rule the world. Michael Wood’s
 

Enthralling narrative of China's rich historical tapestry.

If you're intrigued by how past civilizations mold the future, "The Story of China" by Michael Wood could expand your horizons. Wood intertwines meticulous historical details with the stories of individuals, both eminent and common, giving you a picturesque and comprehensive view of the Chinese civilization. His use of travel journals and archival finds makes history come alive, providing context to China's present and its ascent on the world stage. This book isn't just for history buffs; it's for anyone keen on understanding the forces that shape a rising superpower.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.