Overview
The mighty Yangtze River flows through the heart of China, from its source on the high Tibetan Plateau to its mouth in the East China Sea. For over 2,000 years, the Yangtze has been China's most important transportation route. Twice in China's history, a city on the river has become the country's capital, and the Yangtze has played an important part in the growth of trade and industry. The Yangtze is home to some very rare wildlife -- Chinese dolphins swim in its waters, and giant pandas and snow leopards live beside its banks. The fertile Yangtze basin provides most of the food for China's rapidly growing population, but the river is now suffering from severe pollution. Recently, work began on a major dam across the Yangtze that will flood the famous Three Gorges, one of China's most spectacular landmarks.Synopsis
The mighty Yangtze River flows through the heart of China, from its source on the high Tibetan Plateau to its mouth in the East China Sea. For over 2,000 years, the Yangtze has been China's most important transportation route. Twice in China's history, a city on the river has become the country's capital, and the Yangtze has played an important part in the growth of trade and industry. The Yangtze is home to some very rare wildlife -- Chinese dolphins swim in its waters, and giant pandas and snow leopards live beside its banks. The fertile Yangtze basin provides most of the food for China's rapidly growing population, but the river is now suffering from severe pollution. Recently, work began on a major dam across the Yangtze that will flood the famous Three Gorges, one of China's most spectacular landmarks.
Amie Rose Rotruck - Children's Literature
This installment from the "Great Rivers of the World" series offers an in-depth look at the Yagntze river. An introduction provides basic facts about the river. Chapter One, "The Course of the Yangtze" explains the source and different regions of the river. "The Yangtze in History" begins with early China and explores the affects of foreign traders and communist China. "Cities and Settlements" describes major cities, villages, and mountain homes along the Yangtze, while "Economic Activity" explains industries and development of the river. Other chapters describe the various plants and animals native to the area and the numerous environmental issues affecting the region. "Leisure and Recreation" describes tourism, temples, and festivals of the Yangtze. The final chapter discusses the future of the area. A glossary, timeline, and list of further sources complete this text. Both maps and numerous pictures of the land, animals, and people of the Yangtze are provided. This eight-chapter book would be a good supplemental text for a class in Chinese history or current affairs. 2003, World Almanac Library,
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Children's Literature
This installment from the "Great Rivers of the World" series offers an in-depth look at the Yagntze river. An introduction provides basic facts about the river. Chapter One, "The Course of the Yangtze" explains the source and different regions of the river. "The Yangtze in History" begins with early China and explores the affects of foreign traders and communist China. "Cities and Settlements" describes major cities, villages, and mountain homes along the Yangtze, while "Economic Activity" explains industries and development of the river. Other chapters describe the various plants and animals native to the area and the numerous environmental issues affecting the region. "Leisure and Recreation" describes tourism, temples, and festivals of the Yangtze. The final chapter discusses the future of the area. A glossary, timeline, and list of further sources complete this text. Both maps and numerous pictures of the land, animals, and people of the Yangtze are provided. This eight-chapter book would be a good supplemental text for a class in Chinese history or current affairs. 2003, World Almanac Library,— Amie Rose Rotruck