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Yangzi River: The Yangtze and the Three Gorges From Source to Sea Book
From the wild windswept snowfields of its source in Tibet, to the rich farmlands of its delta on the East China Sea, the mighty Yangzi has always had symbolic and practical significance for the Chinese people. They refer to it simply as Changjiang, or Long River. Stretching for nearly 4,000 miles, the Yangzi is China's main artery, supporting a third of its people; it also serves as the country's primary commercial waterway. This detailed guide to the river and its scenery and environs includes practical information about sights and accommodation. Illustrated by exceptional color photography and informative maps and plans, it is an essential companion for anyone with an interest in China. There is also a selection of literary excerpts, from authors such as Paul Theroux and Han Suyin, to enrich the reader's understanding of China's Long River. Seventh edition The only guidebook to the Yangzi River currently available Detailed guide to the river and its environs Extensively illustrated with 76 color photographs, supplemented by 14 maps and plans Literary excerpts Chapters on Chongqing, Wuhan, Nanjing and Shanghai Explains the geological development of the Yangzi River Basin, especially the famous Three Gorges and the important Yangzi Delta Including: The Three Gorges DamRead More
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- 9622177336
- 9789622177338
- Judy Bonavia, Richard Hayman, Kevin Bishop, Paddy Booz, May Holdsworth
- 15 February 2004
- Odyssey
- Paperback (Book)
- 212
- 7
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