China: Land of Dragons and Emperors by Adeline Yen Mah
Release Date: June 9, 2009
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Age Group: Middle Grade/Young Adult
Pages: 256
From: publisher
Interest: n/a
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.
Fantastically depicted history of China, informative and enjoyable without really feeling like you were in a classroom. I’m not really sure how to go about reviewing this novel, since I don’t usually review nonfiction. I can’t judge characters or plot….. since there aren’t any.
I’m not usually a nonfiction fan, but I actually enjoyed reading this one. It didn’t take me too long and it was actually interesting. The novel breaks down the book by Dynastys and explains what happened during that period of time. It also includes interesting tidbits, such as the Chinese Moon Festival or the invention of block printing.
Overall an interesting look into the history of China. I was very surprised by how much I didn’t know.
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I like the cover of the book. I'm not big on non-fiction though.
wow, so great that you are reading a book of Adeline too! I am reading Falling Leaves by her now, and I have read Chinese Cinderella too, two books I can totally reccommend, they tell about Adeline's real life in China.Very impressing.
I think I am going to read this one too, there are a few more China themed books planned to be reviewed on my blog soon..
happy reading!
Marjolein
Sounds really interesting. I'm not a huge non-fiction fan either but I do like this type of book. My MM is here.
I can take it or leave it as far as Non-Fiction is concerned. This looks like it is filled w/ juicy tibits but I am in no rush to read it.
As a proud ABC [American Born Chinese] all I can say is YEAH!!! CHINA!! It's nice to know that ppl are learning more about Chinese history
I love reading about ancient ivilizations.I have a Cambridge Illustrated History of China which I love!
–Sharry
Not to be picky, but just so you know, this book is not a novel. By definition, a novel is fiction, and a book is non-fiction.
Anyway, this book sounds really interesting!
interesting book i really like history and i've read a book by this author before i think i'll look into this one.