Bibliograph

Wild China, natural wonders of the world's most enigmatic land, Giles Badger [and others]

Type

Label

Wild China, natural wonders of the world's most enigmatic land, Giles Badger [and others]

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 248-249) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Wild China

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

209760824

Responsibility statement

Giles Badger [and others]

Sub title

natural wonders of the world's most enigmatic land

Summary

"Within the vast borders of China, a dazzling array of ecosystems and habitats are found--wildlife habitats so diverse as to nearly stagger the imagination. From the world's loftiest mountain peaks to grass steppes that stretch beyond the horizon, from steaming jungles to wide deserts that fluctuate between searing heat and numbing cold, China's landscapes inspire awe and curiosity. Wild China leads the reader across China's landscapes and through thousands of years of history. Organized geographically, the book starts with a description of the Chinese heartland, then ventures on to cover the Manchurian forests, deserts, and grasslands; the Tibetan Plateau; tropical and temperate forests; limestone hills and caves; and the crowded coasts. The impact of China's 1.3 billion people on the nation's landscapes is also explored. The book concludes with a gazetteer and travel tips.", --Amazon

Table Of Contents

The heartland -- North of the wall -- The Tibetan plateau -- Yunnan -- The great rice bowl -- Crowded shores

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