
City walls are considered to be the essence and signature of the traditional Chinese city. Here, Ronald Knapp explores the history and importance of walls in such cities as Chang'an and Xi'an, Beijing, Nanjing, and the recently preserved city of Pingyao.
Page Count:
132
Publication Date:
2000-11-23
ISBN-10:
0195906055
ISBN-13:
9780195906059
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