China Emperors

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A fascinating book about the history and culture of China.The history of China spans thousands of years. Journey through China in this fascinating and absorbing book: discover the land of dragons and emperors, and learn about the significance of its ancient dynasties. Countless tools and materials that people have used every day for centuries—paper, gunpowder, cast iron, matches, and silk, to name just a few—were first made in China. Chinese society has progressed through major changes, but lucky numbers, festivals, beliefs about colors, the practic of footbinding, the building of the Great Wall, and the larger-than-life people of China are all integral parts of this ancient civilization and still have an impact on life today.Bestselling author Adeline Yen Mah explores an extraordinary view of the great story of China over the last two millennia in this nonfiction work, which also includes black-and-white photographs.

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Describes the archaeological discovery of thousands of life-sized terracotta warrior statues in northern China in 1974, and discusses the emperor who had them created and placed near his tomb.

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The Terra Cotta Army is one of the greatest archaeological discoveries ever made. Over seven thousand life-size figures of warriors and horses were interred in the mausoleum of the first emperor of China—and each figure was individually carved.Weaving together history and a first-hand account of his experiences in China, John Man tells the fascinating story of how and why these astonishing figures were created in the third century BC, and how they have become a symbol of China’s history, culture, and society.

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(27x38) The Last Emperor (China) Movie Poster

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• decorate your walls with this brand new poster
• easy to frame and makes a great gift too
• ships quickly and safely in a sturdy protective tube
• measures 27.00 by 38.00 inches (68.58 by 96.52 cms)

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8x12in Print from a low-quality scan of the original. Please Note: The quality of this particular photo is NOT very good.Combined Shipping: 1 shipping charge, no matter how many photos you order!Source: Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

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8x12in Print from a low-quality scan of the original. Please Note: The quality of this particular photo is NOT very good.Combined Shipping: 1 shipping charge, no matter how many photos you order!Source: Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

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Qin Shi Huangdi, 'The First Magnificent Emperor of Qin', built the greatest empire of antiquity, planned the first Great Wall, and created the largest burial site in the world. The emperor's magnificent legacy is explored in this definitive documentary, evoking the life and times of China's great and controversial first ruler.

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• Qin Shi Huangdi, The First Magnificent Emperor of Qin, built the greatest empire of antiquity, planned the first GreatWall and created the largest burial site in the world. The emperor s magnificent legacy is explored in this definitive documentary, evoking the life and times of China s great and controversial ruler. Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES Rating: NR Age: 74

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China, Northern Song Dynasty, Emperor Ying Zong, 1063 - 1067 A.D.; Bronze 1 cash; references: Zhi Ping Tong Bao, seal script; VF; 4.399 g, maximum diameter 24.9 mm, struck 1064 - 1067 A.D., obverse reverse In 1055 Emperor Renzong fell ill and as he had no surviving sons there was a threat to the succession. Prompted by court officials, Renzong agreed to bring two boys, sons of Imperial clansmen, into the palace. Yingzong was the son of Zhao Yunrang the most important clan official and a first cousin of Emperor who also had been raised in the Palace as a potential heir before Renzong was born. Yingzong's reign is remembered for bitter controversy within the bureaucracy over ritual and symbolic honors posthumously bestowed on his biological father. (Forum #35341)