The Great Wall of China in history and legend

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The authors of this book are both experts on the Great Wall. Their book traces the emergence and development of the Great Wall, its structure and functions throughout history, as well as the condition of the Great Wall today. Specially detailed descriptions are given of the relatively well preserved passes and walls, such a Shanghaiguan, Jiayuguan and Badaling. The book also includes several legends about the wall and both colour and black-and-white photographs. It is a book that will delight and intrigue both armchair and actual travelers to China.