Secrets of ancient China : five thousands years of secrets of the sons of heaven

Ancient China was a land of politics and intrigue, of fabulous wealth, and lavish lifestyles. The Great Wall of China, the terracotta warriors, The Forbidden City - all colossal monuments to Emperors whose vanity, fear, and power drove them to create some of the world's greatest structures, des...

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Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Beyond Productions, 2006.
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