A General History of China: Classics for Every Reader (Paperback)

This is a comprehensive history of China that Lü Simian carefully wrote for high school students in the 1930s. In clear, flowing prose, the author gives a thorough account of China’s politics, geography, society, and culture from ancient times to the modern era. Drawing on a wealth of sources, the book is lively in style, well organized, and full of original insights, making it an excellent introduction to Chinese history.