num_pages: 48
description: This is the story of a people's struggle for absolute security in a violent and dangerous world. Needing defense against the Mongols whose empire encompassed most of the known world, the Chinese built the Great Wall of China over 200 years. Thousands of miles long, the Wall was guarded by over a million soldiers manning thousands of forts and towers. Wonders of the World series The winner of numerous awards, this series is renowned for Elizabeth Mann's ability to convey adventure and excitement while revealing technical information in engaging and easily understood language. The illustrations are lavishly realistic and accurate in detail but do not ignore the human element. Outstanding in the genre, these books are sure to bring even the most indifferent young reader into the worlds of history, geography, and architecture. "One of the ten best non-fiction series for young readers."- Booklist
language: English
title: The Great Wall: The story of thousands of miles of earth and stone that turned a nation into a fortress
titlecomplete: The Great Wall: The story of thousands of miles of earth and stone that turned a nation into a fortress (Wonders of the World Book)
genres: History, Asia, Picture Books, Ancient History, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 41
series: Wonders of the World
publisher: Mikaya Press