qin dynasty, 221-207 b.c

A nameless soldier attempts to destroy the men behind the genocide of his people.

Presents a comprehensive study of the development of Chinese civilization through to the early first century AD Han dynasty, and describes the early Bronze and Iron Age cultures, the emperor Shi Huang Di who built the Great Wall and commissioned the terra-cotta army, and much more.

Describes the archaeological discovery of thousands of life-sized terracotta warrior statues in northern China in 1974, and discusses the emperor who had them created and placed near his tomb.

Presents the history of the construction and modern discovery of the Terra Cotta Army, a group of full-size figures of warriors and horses buried with the First Emperor of China. Draws on history and personal travel in China to tell the story of how and why the Terra Cotta Army of more than 8,000 figures was created. Includes numerous color photos.

Presents an overview of Qin Shi Huangdi's life as well as his influence on history and the world.

Presents China's important formative legends; relates the story of China's early Bronze and Iron Age cultures; chronicles the chaotic periods of warfare that preceded the unification of the country in the third century BC; and introduces such influential figures as the philosopher Confucius and the emperor Shi Huang Di, who built the Great Wall and commissioned the sculpting of a huge terra-cotta army to guard his grave.

Yung-lu dreams of being a warrior in Chang'an, but she soon learns being a warrior is not what she expected, and must decide if she wants to pursue her dream.

Presents full-color illustrated photographs and drawings depicting the history of China from their creation myths and early historians around 1040 BCE to the end of the Han Dynasty in 220 CE and includes a discussion of artifacts as well as a timeline and map of the ancient Chinese world.

A discussion of early Chinese peoples of the Shang, Zhou, and Qin dynasties, including who they were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports, and fall of civilization. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites.

Provides a brief look at the life and reign of Qin Shi Huangdi, the first emperor of China, and discusses the discovery of a huge army of terra cotta soldiers in 1974, complete with weapons, chariots, and horses, that were created to guard the emperor's tomb.