Beijing
2017
Book
Nearly 12 million people call the capital of China home but more than a billion depend on it for governance, guidance, and financial support. Inside, find out how this enormous city runs, meet the people who make it work, and see how its ancient past has connected or collided with its fast-paced present. Few countries are as defined by their capital as Beijing speaks for China.
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Work:
Imprint:
Broomall, PA Mason Crest, [2017]©2017
Collation:
48 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes index.
Contents:
Introduction -- Maps of the city -- Beijing's early history -- 20th-century Beijing -- The people of Beijing -- Architecture -- Open spaces -- Homes and housing -- Education -- Religion -- Industry and agriculture -- Crime and punishment -- Getting around -- Shops and markets -- Food and drink -- Entertainment -- Museum and galleries -- Special events -- City characters -- Beijing's future -- Timeline -- Glossary -- Index.
ISBN:
9781422235393
Dewey class:
915.1156
Language:
English
BRN:
330917