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The Great Wall through time, a 2,700-year journey along the world's greatest wall, illustrated by Du Fei ; [consultant William Lindesay ; translator Wu Qi]

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The Great Wall through time

illustrated by Du Fei ; [consultant William Lindesay ; translator Wu Qi]

a 2,700-year journey along the world's greatest wall

Embark on an unforgettable time-travelling journey along one of the world's greatest landmarks: the Great Wall of China. Spanning 2,700 years and over 21,000km (13,000 miles), this beautifully illustrated children's book reveals the fascinating story of the Great Wall and the individuals that helped build it. What started out as a frontier defence against northern tribesmen has, over time, become one of the seven great wonders of the world. Exquisite panoramic illustrations and engaging text bring to life key periods and turning points in the Great Wall's history - from the first defensive forts built in 656 BCE to its painstaking present-day restoration. Cutaway views reveal the interiors of important buildings, and pull-out details introduce fascinating facts and key characters. Children will also love searching for the adventurous time-travelling fox who appears in each of the artworks

The story of the Great Wall -- Map of the Great Wall -- The first long wall, Nanyang, 656 BCE -- A single barrier, Inner Mongolia, 210 BCE -- Siege at Mount Baideng, Pingcheng, 200 BCE -- Military games, Inner Mongolia, 99 BCE -- Return of a hero, Kucha, 644 CE -- The barrier in the grasslands, Heilongjiang, 1138 CE -- The Ming Great Wall, Juyong Pass/Gubeikou, 1571 CE -- The "Horse-tea" Market, Yulin, 1610 CE -- Defending the bridge, Jiumenkou Pass, 1644 CE -- The battle of Shanhai Pass, Shanhaiguan, 1644 CE -- The greatest pass under heaven, Jiayu Pass, 1880 CE -- The Beijing to Paris Rally, Huailai, 1907 CE -- The Great Wall today, Yanmen Pass, 2022 CE -- The Great Wall through the ages -- Time-travelling quiz -- Glossary

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