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| Author | : Stephen Turnbull |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 169 |
| Release | : 2012-10-20 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1782005161 |
The most famous example of fortification in the world, the Great Wall of China stretches for more than 6,000km across inhospitable terrain. Charting its development from its earliest origins in the 7th century BC through to the present day, this account reveals the true history of the wall, and explores the myths that surround it. Included are details of what it was like to live within the wall, how it was garrisoned and patrolled, and a discussion of how effective it was against attack. Through extensive examination of both ancient and modern sources, colour maps, artwork and photographs, this book illustrates why the wall is one of the great wonders of the world.
| Author | : Stephen Turnbull |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 66 |
| Release | : 2012-10-20 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1849080569 |
The most famous example of fortification in the world, the Great Wall of China stretches for more than 6,000km across inhospitable terrain. Charting its development from its earliest origins in the 7th century BC through to the present day, this account reveals the true history of the wall, and explores the myths that surround it. Included are details of what it was like to live within the wall, how it was garrisoned and patrolled, and a discussion of how effective it was against attack. Through extensive examination of both ancient and modern sources, colour maps, artwork and photographs, this book illustrates why the wall is one of the great wonders of the world.
| Author | : Stephen Turnbull |
| Publisher | : Osprey Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2007-01-30 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9781846030048 |
The Great Wall of China is the most extensive and famous example of fortification in the world. Charting its development from construction in the 7th century BC through to the present day, this account reveals the true history of the wall, and explores the myths that surround it. Stretching over 4,000 miles, the Great Wall began as a collection of defensive walls built by the northern vassal states under the Chou dynasty. With the unification of China in 221 BC the walls were interlinked and extended to fight off the invaders from the North. The wall as it is seen today is almost entirely the result of major renovations that started with the founding of the Ming Dynasty in 1368 AD and took 200 years to complete. Included are details of what it was like to live within the wall, the ideas behind the defensive systems, how it was garrisoned and patrolled, and a discussion of how effective it was against attack. Through extensive examination of both ancient and modern sources, color maps, artwork and photographs, this book illustrates why the wall is one of the great wonders of the world.
| Author | : Stephen Turnbull |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 66 |
| Release | : 2012-10-20 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1846038928 |
It has been said in China that a city without a wall would be as inconceivable as a house without a roof. Even the smallest village invariably had some form of defensive wall, while the Great Wall of China was an attempt to build a barrier along the most vulnerable border of the entire country. Yet the finest examples of walled communities were China's walled cities, whose defensive architecture surpassed anything along the Great Wall. This book traces the evolution of the walled city from the 3,000 year old remains of the beaten earth walls of the Shang dynasty to the huge stone fortifications of the Ming dynasty. Stephen Turnbull, expert military historian, reveals the defensive structures from all the major ancient Chinese cities, and discusses how they protected entire communities, and not just castle dwellers, with colour artwork reconstructions, maps and archive photographs.
| Author | : A.J.Kingston |
| Publisher | : A.J.Kingston |
| Total Pages | : 309 |
| Release | : 2023 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1839383232 |
Introducing "The Great Wall of China: 221 BCE - 1644 CE", a book bundle that delves into the 2,000 years of construction of the world-renowned Great Wall of China. Book 1, "The Great Wall and the Qin Dynasty: Uniting China Through Engineering", explores the earliest construction of the Great Wall and how it played a crucial role in the unification of China under the Qin Dynasty. Discover the engineering feats and techniques that were employed to construct this awe-inspiring wall. Book 2, "The Great Wall and the Han Dynasty: Cultural Flourishing and Expansion", takes you on a journey through the Han Dynasty's reign and the impact the Great Wall had on cultural exchange, economic development, and diplomatic ties. Learn about the strategic value and limitations of the Great Wall in protecting Han borders, its role in military strategy, and how it shaped later dynasties' military and border defense policies. Book 3, "The Great Wall and the Ming Dynasty: Legacy and Preservation", explores the Ming Dynasty's innovations in Great Wall design and architecture, including its watchtowers, fortifications, and garrison system. Discover the social and economic impacts of Great Wall construction on local communities, and the Ming Great Wall's significance in repelling nomadic invasions and insurrections. Finally, learn about the challenges and strategies for preserving and conserving the Great Wall for future generations. With "The Great Wall of China: 221 BCE - 1644 CE", you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the Great Wall's historical, cultural, and engineering significance. This book bundle is perfect for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the rich heritage and legacy of one of the world's greatest wonders. Order now and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the Great Wall of China!
| Author | : Allison Lassieur |
| Publisher | : Capstone |
| Total Pages | : 113 |
| Release | : 2014-07-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1491403993 |
"Explores various perspectives on the process of building the Great Wall of China. The reader's choices reveal the historical details"--
| Author | : Rebecca Stanborough |
| Publisher | : Capstone |
| Total Pages | : 36 |
| Release | : 2019-05-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1496650840 |
This title explores and explains how the Great Wall of China was built. The wall's construction is described in terms of the engineering process. The book explores why the wall was built and describes the design stages and technologies used during construction. The book also describes the challenges builders faced while building the wall.
| Author | : Arthur Waldron |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 305 |
| Release | : 1990-07-27 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 131626453X |
This is the first full scholarly study of the Great Wall of China to appear in any language, and it challenges many deeply held ideas about Chinese history. Drawing both on primary sources and on the latest archaeology, the book first demonstrates that the standard account of the Great Wall is untrue and misleading and then presents a convincing new account. It begins by tracing the various walls and systems of frontier defences that existed in early Chinese history, and shows how the greatest of these achieved a mythical symbolic stature which long survived the Wall itself. A striking concluding chapter traces how the true history of the Wall was lost in the early twentieth century as it was gradually transformed into a Chinese national symbol explained through historical myth. The book is an important contribution to the history of China's defensive policy, and her ideological attitudes, and will be of interest both to students of Chinese history and of international relations in the pre-modern world.
| Author | : Chris Scarre |
| Publisher | : Thames & Hudson |
| Total Pages | : 397 |
| Release | : 2024-09-24 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0500778159 |
Expands on the traditional "Seven Wonders" to examine an impressive number of ancient marvels from around the globe. How were the ancient wonders of the world built? How many people did it take to build the Great Wall of China or the Sphinx at Giza? The Seventy Wonders of the Ancient World answers these and many more questions, examining antiquity's most spectacular feats of engineering and celebrating the achievements of the builders who worked without the aid of modern technology. Expanding upon the theme of the traditional Seven Wonders, The Seventy Wonders of the Ancient World incorporates marvels from around the globe, spanning the centuries from the first stone monuments of the fifth millennium BCE to the Great Temple of the Aztecs in the sixteenth century CE. Lesser-known monuments as well as famous sites are explored in detail, such as the giant stelae of Aksum and the mountain palace at Sigiriya. The raising of the stones at Stonehenge, the laying out of the Nazca Lines on the face of the Peruvian desert are all described and explained by an international team of experts. Packed with fact files, this is a testament to the skill of the ancient architects and engineers who continue to impress successive generations down the ages. Recently updated and in a new accessible paperback format.
| Author | : John Man |
| Publisher | : Da Capo Press |
| Total Pages | : 352 |
| Release | : 2009-08-04 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 078673177X |
The Great Wall of China is a wonder of the world. Every year, hundreds of thousands of tourists take the five-mile journey from Beijing to climb its battlements. While myriad photographs have made this extraordinary landmark familiar to millions more, its story remains mysterious and steeped in myth. In this riveting account, John Man travels the entire length of the Great Wall and across two millennia to find the truth behind the legends. Along the way, he delves into the remarkable and complex history of China -- from the country's tribal past, through the war with the Mongols, right up to the modern day when the Great Wall is once more a commanding emblem of China, the resurgent superpower.
