Man, John
The Great Wall
- ISBN 13:
- 9780553817683
- author:
- Man, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bantam
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 127 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- Asian / Middle Eastern history
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Great Wall is often misunderstood as a single entity, but in reality it's a complex series of walls built over two millennia. John Man explores the grandest sections and many lesser-known parts of the wall, uncovering its history from the First Emperor to the present day. From the far western deserts to the Pacific, Man travels along the wall, revealing its purpose as both self-protection and unity. He covers a vast period of time, including centuries of attacks and counter-attacks, until the northward spread of China in the 20th century made it redundant. This book offers a riveting account of the Great Wall's history, covering two millennia of events that have shaped this iconic structure into its current form as a symbol of tranquillity.
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