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Author Knapp, Ronald G., 1940-

Title China's walled cities / Ronald G. Knapp
Published Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2000

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Description vi, 110 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color), maps ; 20 cm
Series Images of Asia
Images of Asia.
Contents 1. Introduction -- 2. Chinese Wall-Building Traditions -- 3. Chang'an and Xi'an: Recalled Splendour -- 4. Beijing: Magnificent Imperial Capital -- 5. Nanjing: Forgotten Grandeur -- 6. Pingyao: Old China Preserved -- 7. Destruction and Preservation of a Legacy
Summary "China's Walled Cities focuses on city walls - the essence and signature of the traditional Chinese city - to bring this cosmic order to light. An overview of the history and importance of Chinese walls leads into extended explorations of Chang'an and Xi'an, Beijing, Nanjing, and the recently preserved city of Pingyao. The author's discussion is complemented by illustrations drawn from his extensive collection of images, as well as historic photographs, maps, and drawings."--BOOK JACKET
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 105-108) and index
Subject City walls -- China.
Cities and towns, Ancient -- China.
LC no. 00021817
ISBN 0195906055