Three millennia of Chinese history in a single accessible and reliable edition. Despite China's recent rise to the position of a dominant player in the global economy, Chinese history remains an enigmatic subject. However, this vast narrative of dreadful loss, superhuman effort, and incredible invention has defined China as the superpower it is today. From the dawn of myth to the succession of great dynasties, from Confucius to Chinese President Mao, and from the clamor of revolution to the allure of modernization, John Keay invites the reader on a sweeping tour through Chinese history. It is a definitive and necessary account of a country that will play a significant role in our future.

Pages: 512, Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm