Book

The Subterranean Army of Emporer Qin Shi Huang

2002

Synopsis

An in-depth study of the Terracotta Army, the Eight Wonder of the World. This book tells the story of the Emporer Qin Shi Huang, how the mausoleum of the terracotta soldiers came to be unearthed, and its significance. The pit is described and presented in thorough detail, with 127 pages of color photographs. An excellent study of the pit in terms of craftsmanship and artistic appreciation.

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