Chinese Empire

Step into the amazing world of the Chinese Empire and uncover the secrets of the world's oldest continuou scivilization. Explore Chinese culture and beliefs, from their ancient origins through to the abdiction of the last emperor. Discover fascinating facts about the Chinese people and find out why tombs were filled with pottery figures, who the terracotta warriors were, what the importance of jade was and how silk was made. A variety of practical projects bring th epast alive - fly your own dragon kite, make a model of a Han house and cook a traditional Chinese recipe. Features include: 15 step-by-step projects to enable you to recreate the past; fact boxes to provide extra insights and highlight links wiht the present; packed with over 200 colour photographs; and illustrations, including cross-sections, a historical map and a pictorial timeline.