Catalog of an exhibition held at the Cleveland Museum of Art, October 2-November 24, 1968, which included loans from museums and private collectors in the United States, Europe, and Asia, many being shown for the first time. The book contains two lengthy scholarly articles as well as annotated b/w photographs of 306 items, including sculpture, silver, ceramics, painting, callig...(展开全部)

Catalog of an exhibition held at the Cleveland Museum of Art, October 2-November 24, 1968, which included loans from museums and private collectors in the United States, Europe, and Asia, many being shown for the first time. The book contains two lengthy scholarly articles as well as annotated b/w photographs of 306 items, including sculpture, silver, ceramics, painting, callig...(展开全部)

This study deals with Central Asia under the Mongols. It begins with a critical survey of ecological factors and their impact in making Central Asia as a specific region. The author examines in details the rise of the Mongol power under Chingiz Khan and his successors. The work in particular unfolds the story of the growth of the Chaghatais` power in the region. Its focus is on...(展开全部)

The rise of the Mongol empire transformed world history. Its collapse in the mid-fourteenth century had equally profound consequences. Four themes dominate this study of the late Mongol empire in Northeast Asia during this chaotic era: the need for a regional perspective encompassing all states and ethnic groups in the area; the process and consequences of pan-Asian integration...(展开全部)

The rise of the Mongol empire transformed world history. Its collapse in the mid-fourteenth century had equally profound consequences. Four themes dominate this study of the late Mongol empire in Northeast Asia during this chaotic era: the need for a regional perspective encompassing all states and ethnic groups in the area; the process and consequences of pan-Asian integration...(展开全部)

The Chinese Art Book presents a definitive selection of 300 works, from the earliest dynasties to the new generation of contemporary artists enlivening the global art world today. From painting, calligraphy, ceramics and bronzes, to contemporary installations, photography and performance art; outstanding examples from all periods are showcased side by side, to create fascinatin...(展开全部)

The revised second edition of this highly praised introduction to the Mongol Empire takes account of recent scholarship in the field. Provides an overview of the government, religion, and politics of the Mongolian Empire Considers the effects of Mongol military campaigns on other countries and peoples in China, Russia, Persia and Europe Assesses the astonishing military c...(展开全部)