great wall of china (china)

A photographic guide to the historic and cultural significance of the Great Wall of China.

Photographs and simple text teach young readers about the Great Wall of China, its construction, and significance.

Full-color photographs, maps, timeline, and sidebars describe the Great Wall of China, begun in 221 B.C. by China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi, as a means of defense against the Mongols.

Chronicles the construction of China's Great Wall from the third century B.C. to the fifteenth century A.D., describing the politics that surrounded it throughout the dynasties, and discusses its legacy.

Traces the history of the Great Wall of China from 1000 B.C. to 2000 A.D., discussing the role the Wall has played in China's history, development, military campaigns, relations with adjoining countries, and culture throughout time.

A history of the building of the various pieces of the Great Wall of China, with details of how the walls were built through the ages.

An illustrated introduction to the Great Wall of China for early readers that details a brief history of the Chinese structure, how it was built, and restoration efforts; and includes information for visitors.

Humorous illustrations, captions, and sidebars describe the toil and suffering involved in building the Great Wall of China during the third century B.C.

A sea princess who wishes to lessen the hardships of the poor laborers employed in building the Great Wall of China seeks help from the Goddess of Mercy.