The Terra Cotta Army
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The Terracotta Army
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Author : John Man
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2010-10-31
The Terracotta Army written by John Man and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-10-31 with History categories.
The Terracotta Army is one of the greatest, and most famous, archaeological discoveries of all time. 6,000 life-size figures of warriors and horses were interred in the Mausoleum of the First Emperor of China - each is individually carved, and they are thought to represent real members of the emperor's army. This is the remarkable story of their creation, the man who ordered them made, their rediscovery and their continuing legacy as a pre-eminent symbol of Chinese greatness. The First Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, was king of the Chinese state of Qin and the first man to unite China into a single empire. He built the first Great Wall and brought a single written script to the whole country. He was an inspired and ruthless ruler, but one also beset by paranoia and a desire for immortality. He is still considered the founding father of the modern state of China. On his death in 210 BC he was buried in a giant mausoleum near modern-day Xi'an. Legends of the treasures contained therein still tantalize the imagination today. In 1974 local farmers digging a well for water broke through into the burial mound and found the first of the Terracotta warriors. Further excavations have revealed the full splendour of the buried army. But the majority of the mausoleum is yet to be opened, including the burial chamber itself - myth tells us that amongst the treasures yet to be uncovered is a vast map of the First Emperor's kingdom with rivers marked with channels of flowing mercury. The story of the First Emperor and the Terracotta Army is a fascinating one, not least for the discoveries yet to be made.
The First Emperor
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Author : Jane Portal
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2007
The First Emperor written by Jane Portal and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Art categories.
The rise of Qin and the military conquest of the warring states -- The First Emperor and the Qin empire -- Imperial tours and mountain inscriptions -- The First Emperor's tomb: the afterlife universe -- A two-thousand-year-old underground empire.
Secrets Of The Terra Cotta Soldier
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Author : Ying Chang Compestine
language : en
Publisher: Abrams
Release Date : 2014-01-07
Secrets Of The Terra Cotta Soldier written by Ying Chang Compestine and has been published by Abrams this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-07 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
In this action-packed adventure and coming-of-age story that finely weaves fact and fiction, thirteen-year-old Ming lives in a small village in Maoist China in the 1970s. His father is convinced that Emperor Qin’s tomb—and the life-size terra-cotta army created to serve and protect the emperor in the afterlife—lies hidden in the hills around them. But if Ming’s father doesn’t prove it soon, the town’s Political Officer will condemn him to the brutal labor camps. From the stories of a terra-cotta soldier who has survived through the centuries, Ming learns the history of Emperor Qin, known for building the Great Wall of China, and how and why the terra-cotta soldiers came to be. As their unlikely friendship develops, Ming experiences the mysterious tomb firsthand, braving deadly traps and witnessing the terra-cotta army in action. Most importantly, he comes to see how he can save both the terra-cotta soldiers and his father from the corrupt Political Officer and his Communist cronies. The book is illustrated with photographs of Communist Chinese village life in the 1970s, the Great Wall, and, of course, the excavated tomb with its many terra-cotta soldiers. It also features a special recipe from the story. Praise for Secrets of the Terra-Cotta Soldier "Historical photos and Indiana Jones–style adventure enrich this tale of an unusual meeting between the Qin Dynasty and the 20th century." --Kirkus Reviews "Despite the hardships, both courageous characters work to uphold their respective duties: Shi to protect the tomb and Ming to protect the cultural legacy of China’s people. With archival art, recipes, and end notes, this title is sure to be a hit in the classroom." --Booklist
The Terracotta Warriors
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Author : Jane Portal
language : en
Publisher: British Museum Press
Release Date : 2007
The Terracotta Warriors written by Jane Portal and has been published by British Museum Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Ceramic sculpture categories.
The Terracotta Army of Qin Shihuangdi, the First Emperor of China, is one of the most spectacular and best-known finds in world archaeology. It was discovered by surprise in 1974 by peasants digging a well an 8,000-man garrison in battle-ready formation, spread across four pits. Here were life-size warriors made over two thousand years ago from fired clay (originally brightly painted), carrying real weapons: cavalry, archers and infantry; lowly foot soldiers and high-ranking officers; horses and war chariots. But who was this powerful Emperor of the Qin Dynasty who needed an army to guard him in the afterlife? How were the figures made? How could they have been manufactured on such a vast scale? The astonishing facts behind the figures are revealed in this little books fascinating introduction. Individual pieces are then examined in detail to illustrate the amazing nature of the Terracotta Army. Not only are there figures of different ranks and units, but each head is unique: every racial group in China seems to be represented; facial expressions and hairstyles vary; ages and characters are different. Atmospheric photography and extended captions bring the Army to life and make this book a perfect introduction to what has often been described as the eighth Wonder of the World.
Terra Cotta Army The
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Author : Emily Rose Oachs
language : en
Publisher: Bellwether Media
Release Date : 2019-08-01
Terra Cotta Army The written by Emily Rose Oachs and has been published by Bellwether Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
China’s famous terra-cotta army has at least 8,000 soldiers! More than 2,000 years ago, this army was created to protect the tomb of the ancient Chinese emperor Qin Shihuang. Today, the army has immense value to archaeologists and historians around the world! This high-interest text uses maps, graphs, profiles of recent discoveries, and other features to introduce readers to the army’s thrilling history.
The Qin Dynasty Terra Cotta Army Of Dreams
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Author : Lin Zhang
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005
The Qin Dynasty Terra Cotta Army Of Dreams written by Lin Zhang and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Excavations (Archaeology) categories.
Emperor Qin S Terra Cotta Army
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Author : Diane Bailey
language : en
Publisher: ABDO
Release Date : 2014-08-01
Emperor Qin S Terra Cotta Army written by Diane Bailey and has been published by ABDO this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Every new and groundbreaking archaeological discovery refines our understanding of human history. This title examines the exploration and study of Emperor Qin's terra-cotta army. The book explores the mausoleum's creation, traces its discovery and scientific investigation, and discusses future study and conservation efforts. Well-placed sidebars, vivid photos, helpful maps, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of the topic. Additional features include a table of contents, a selected bibliography, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential facts. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
The Terracotta Army Of The First Emperor Of China
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Author : William Lindesay
language : en
Publisher: Odyssey Books & Maps
Release Date : 2007-12
The Terracotta Army Of The First Emperor Of China written by William Lindesay and has been published by Odyssey Books & Maps this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-12 with History categories.
In 1974, near Xi'an in central China, villagers chanced upon what has become one of the world's most astonishing archaeological finds--an 8,000-man army in battle-ready formation, each warrior a life-size figure in pottery made over 2,200 years ago.
Terra Cotta Soldiers
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Author : Arlan Dean
language : en
Publisher: Children's Press(CT)
Release Date : 2005
Terra Cotta Soldiers written by Arlan Dean and has been published by Children's Press(CT) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Explores the the army of terra-cotta soliders found at the tomb of China's first emperor Qin Shi Haungdi.
Ming S Adventure With The Terracotta Army
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Author : Li Jian
language : en
Publisher: Shanghai Press
Release Date : 2013-10-22
Ming S Adventure With The Terracotta Army written by Li Jian and has been published by Shanghai Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-22 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
This beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book tells a story about China's most famous archeological site—the terracotta soldiers of Xi'an. When a special exhibition of terracotta warriors comes to town, Ming and his mother go to see them at the museum. To remember this exciting event, Ming's mother buys him a little figurine of a General to keep in his room at home. But at midnight, Ming wakes up and finds the General figurine is alive and he has a copper carriage ready to take Ming to his home in Emperor Qin Shi Huang's Tomb in Xi'an, China. In this mysterious underground world over 2,000 years old, Ming meets the General's army of terracotta warriors. Read and find out more about Ming's adventures with his new friends!