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""Hills of Blue"" presents a panoramic and evocative survey of Chinese history, tracing the development of one of the world's oldest civilizations from its legendary origins through to the end of the eighteenth century. Structured as a ""picture-roll,"" the work guides the reader through the vast landscape of China's past, detailing the rise and fall of dynasties, the evolution of social structures, and the profound cultural achievements that defined the Middle Kingdom. The narrative culminates with the death of the Emperor Ch'ien Lung in 1799, marking the conclusion of a golden era of imperial power and cultural expansion. A. E. Grantham provides a meticulously researched yet accessible account that emphasizes the continuity and complexity of the Chinese experience. By focusing on both the grand political shifts and the enduring traditions of the people, the book offers a deep understanding of the historical forces that shaped the nation prior to the modern era. This work serves as an essential resource for those seeking a comprehensive overview of imperial China's legacy and its storied path through the millennia. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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