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More populous than any other country on earth, China also occupies a unique place in our modern world for the continuity of its history and culture. In this sumptuously illustrated single-volume history, now in its second edition, noted historian Patricia Buckley Ebrey traces the origins of Chinese culture from prehistoric times to the present. She follows its development from the rise of Confucianism, Buddhism, and the great imperial dynasties to the Mongol, Manchu, and Western intrusions and the modern communist state. Her scope is phenomenal – embracing Chinese arts, culture, economics, society and its treatment of women, foreign policy, emigration, and politics, including the key uprisings of 1919 and 1989 in Tiananmen Square. Both a comprehensive introduction to an extraordinary civilization and an expert exploration of the continuities and disjunctures of Chinese history, Professor Ebrey’s book has become an indispensable guide to China past and present. This second edition includes a new chapter on China’s recent opening to the world and a fully revised guide to further reading.
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    0521124336
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    Cambridge University Press
  5. Publication date
    January 25, 2010
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    8.03 x 1.02 x 10 inches
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In this sumptuously illustrated history, now in its second edition, Patricia Buckley Ebrey traces the origins of Chinese culture from prehistoric times to the present.

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Patricia Buckley Ebrey is Professor of History at the University of Washington and the author of multiple books and articles.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press; 2nd edition (January 25, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521124336
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0521124331
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.05 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.03 x 1.02 x 10 inches
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ajoh
5.0 out of 5 stars Effective summary history with superb guide to further reading in English
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2012
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When offering criticism one can (a) show off one's own knowledge by accusing an author of failing to cover some aspect, that a closer reading shows they never set out to cover; (b) be spiky and aggressive under the illusion this is being polemical; and (c) try to be objective, which is less entertaining but more generally useful. I shall try to do (c). With some experience in academic reading and none in Chinese history I wanted an up to date introductory overview by an authority on the subject so I could quickly get to grips with the basics. I don't expect an introductory overview to deal in depth with all areas, or follow anything but a general path, trying to precis current knowledge. This book did the job for me and my knowledge and enthusiasm about Chinese history has grown. It was concise and articulated central ideas comfortably and memorably. The unexpected jewel for this novice however is the guide to further reading. It is not a dry list of authors and titles, but a whole after-chapter. It sets out the best available reading in English on the subject and breaks it down into historical periods and general sub-categories within each period eg: politics, social history, intellectual history, cultural history etc. It shows a teacher's instinct to conserve your vital interest by allowing you to keep on the path you are genuinely interested in. I suspect it amounts to a whole first degree reading list. The price to pay is that to get this useful reading guide into the space available the author has had to settle for rather small print for this section of the book. It is a price well worth paying. My only criticism is the book is cumbersome to hold for long periods, and the sooner it is available on Kindle the better.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nice overview
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2020
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The author has a certain take on history that annoys me ... very sanitized ... but certainly it is good to see and read different perspectives. There were many good insights and amazingly when I read about ancient Chinese thought and how it differed from other traditions, it seem relevant today to understanding Xi Xinjing. Also, given what is now known, I thought she should have come down harder on Mao Tse-Tung. Overall, well worth the read.
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Kathie xiong
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2021
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This book was required for a course i took. It was easy to read. One thing that might have bothered me a little bit, was the fact that it was long enough! I wished they went into details about some events, but they just breifly go over it. Besides that, its a good read.
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Hanxuemi
4.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant introduction to Chinese History
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2011
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This is a truly helpful and stimulating introduction to Chinese History, an ideal companion volume to more structured, non-illustrated histories: clear, highly explanatory maps; excellent choice of images and visual documents that bring to life China's bygone ages. Although the book focusses on broad historical trends across China's pre-dynastic and imperial ages up to modern times, it also offers boxes that deal with iconic figures of their times and with cultural issues that defined each historic period. I use this book as one of my sources to teach a Chinese Cultural History course and it has never let me down. Its only weakness lies in the dearth of parallel text translations: unfortunately a very common feature of books dealing with Chinese culture, history, literature etc. written in the English language. Offering access to the original in Chinese can be a bonus, as some of the poems or documents quoted in English are not always to be found easily in Chinese over the net or elsewhere.
Still, a wonderful Chinese History book, highly recommended.
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Ryan Colbrese
5.0 out of 5 stars Extraordinary
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2019
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A well written book documenting thousands of years of Chinese history. I read it while I stayed in China. Great illustrations and easy to read. Gives the reader a clear understanding of how China became what it is today. Highly recommended
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R. A. Martinek
5.0 out of 5 stars Should be read by everyone.
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2016
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No single book can adequately cover the greater than 5000 year history of China, but this survey comes close. It is mainly a social, cultural and political history, concentrating on the social, cultural, and political causes and effects on the civilization of China. It is an excellent introductory course, especially when teamed with Harold M. Tanner's two volume "China, a History."
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5.0 out of 5 stars Book came quickly
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2021
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Book arrived as described. It came pretty quickly.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Majestic
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2016
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Beautifully written and presented. The book offers an energetic look at China from its ancient (mythological) times through the celebrated Han, Tang and later dynasties, right up to modern China's approach to liberal economic policies. To cover so much in a relatively small book is majestic.
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Nina Snoop
5.0 out of 5 stars Une histoire de la Chine illustré
Reviewed in France on December 31, 2019
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Livre acheté pour compléter cours à la fac. Juste gentil. Je recommande à qui veut étendre ces connaissances en Histoire.
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Walter
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book, providing valuable insights fro better understanding (current) China
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 6, 2019
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This book is different from other books on China. It provides a broad and deep understanding of the evolution of the main elements of Chinese culture, something which is had to find in other books. Most books either sum up 'historical facts' or provide view on 'the rise of China and where it will go etc.', but there often lack a true frame for understanding what has driven China over millennia to where it stand now. For what it's worth: I lived and worked about 7 years in China and believe it's good to have quality resources available for better understanding this - in my view often misunderstood - country and its people.
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Josep
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Reviewed in Spain on November 30, 2016
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Me ha encantado. Es un libro que te hace un retrato de la sociedad y de la historia de China muy sugerente y completo. Ideal para quien quiera una primera toma de contacto con una cultura que desconozca o quiera una perspectiva distinta a los clasicos libros de historia.
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Ayase
5.0 out of 5 stars Overall pretty damn great
Reviewed in Canada on November 26, 2015
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The version that I bought was, I believe, good but slightly used, but it arrived in pretty fantastic condition and definitely was as described. Full of information and beautiful pictures as well, with a ton of maps, which is nice.
Additionally, it was shipped pretty quick, which was appreciated.
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Great Leap Forward
4.0 out of 5 stars kurzweilig und angenehm zu lesen, hat aber auch Schwächen
Reviewed in Germany on November 25, 2011
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Ich kann das Buch empfehlen und sie werden den Kauf nicht bereuhen. Es ist relativ gut geschrieben, jedoch auch nicht sehr detailliert was bei 360 Seiten Chinesische Geschichte auch nicht anders zu erwarten ist. Es ist also daher gut geeignet einen ersten Überblick zu bekommen. Hingegen anderer Rezensionen (US-Seite) finde ich die Illustrationen gut gewählt.

Negativ ist mir aufgefallen:
Die Autorin ist in ihrer Darstellung nicht immer ganz schlüssig und manche Abschnitte erschließen sich einem auch nach mehrmaligem Lesen nicht.

Es fehlt eine aktuelle Karte Chinas an prominenter Stelle.

Die verwendeten Karten sind schwach und helfen oft nicht dem Verständnis. Dies ist eigentlich der größte Schwachpunkt des Buches.
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