30-second ancient China
Subtitle: the 50 most important achievements of a timeless civilization, each explained in half a minute
By: editor, Yijie Zhuang ; contributors Qin Cao [and eight others] ; illustrations, Ivan Hissey
Published: 2015
Language: eng
Number of pages: 160
ISBN-13: 9781782402701
Subjects: Social life and customs; Civilization
Other titles: Thirty-second ancient China
Description: '30-second ancient China' reveals the secrets of the Xia, Shang and Zhou dynasties, all explained clearly and without the clutter. Each entry is summarized in just 30 seconds - using nothing more than two pages, 300 words and one picture. Leading scholars present an expert guide to everything from the ancient cities of the Zhou kings and the elaborate oracle-bone rituals to the exquisite bronze vessels that gave the age its name.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.