Author: Shan Shiyuan
Language: Chinese
Published on: 2004-01
Hardcover
The author of the book was a specialist in the studies of the Imperial Palace in Beijing .He had conducted research in the Imperial Palace from 1924 ,when he was first employed there ,to 1998 when he died.Mr.Shan,who served as the Vice President and consultant of the Palace Museum ,was the last witness of the establishment of the Palace Museum.The book gives a full and faithful introduction to the history and characteristics of the architectures in the Imperial Palace.It has rich contents ,excellent language and pictures ,and high readability .The book is a perfect combination of the knowledge in history and ancient architecture and tourist guide,as well as an authoritative work for studying the Imperial Palace.
Language: Chinese
Published on: 2004-01
Hardcover
The author of the book was a specialist in the studies of the Imperial Palace in Beijing .He had conducted research in the Imperial Palace from 1924 ,when he was first employed there ,to 1998 when he died.Mr.Shan,who served as the Vice President and consultant of the Palace Museum ,was the last witness of the establishment of the Palace Museum.The book gives a full and faithful introduction to the history and characteristics of the architectures in the Imperial Palace.It has rich contents ,excellent language and pictures ,and high readability .The book is a perfect combination of the knowledge in history and ancient architecture and tourist guide,as well as an authoritative work for studying the Imperial Palace.