The History of China - 9781440874390

David Wright

The History of ChinaAuthor(s): David Curtis Wright\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, United States\nImprint: Greenwood Press\nISBN-13: 9781440874390, 978-1440874390\nSynopsis\nChinese society and culture are evolving with a booming economy, expansion, production of consumer and industrial goods, and a growing influence upon the world. The History of China enables readers to delve into the rich history of this powerful nation.\n\nChina is both the world's oldest continuing civilization and an emerging global super power. Over the last two millennia, this rich and complex nation has often been the wealthiest and most populous country on earth and within a few decades, China may surpass all other nations as the most powerful in the world.\n\nIn this third edition of The History of China, readers will find a general survey of China's long history, ranging from accounts of ancient Chinese civilization to individual dynasties, and its whirlwind transition to moderni.