Assouline Forbidden City Book

Product Description

Embark on a journey to the greatest palace that ever was, as epically described by explorer Marco Polo, with Assouline´s Forbidden City. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ian Johnson takes readers through this magnificent palace built by China’s Yongle Emperor to serve as the heart of the Ming dynasty. Comprising 900 golden-roofed buildings set amid moats, gardens, and plazas, the Forbidden City has mesmerised all who have visited over the last six centuries. Discover why in this stunning tome paying homage to one of the most complex structures in history, presented in a regal red box and featuring 100 photographs, artworks, historical artefacts, and a delicately carved map of the palace´s grounds.

Book

200 pages

Over 100 illustrations

English language

Dimensions: W35.5xL42xD8.1cm

Weight: 9kg (approx)

Released in January 2021

Author Ian Johnson

Product code: 734226

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