"Examines the rise and fall of the ancient Chinese. Readers will come away with a comprehensive understanding of who the ancient Chinese were, how they built their empire, and what happened to their civilization"--Provided by publisher.

China--the oldest ancient civilization in the world -- Architecture in China -- Government of China -- Chinese religion and spiritual thought -- Chinese afterlife -- Agriculture and trade -- Family and social life -- Language and arts -- Science and innovation -- China's legacy to the world -- Fall...and rise -- Culture.