Description: Why? World History Series. This volume briefly introduces the birth of Chinese civilization, the rise and fall of its many dynasties, and the journey to modern-day China. It examines the various systems that guided ancient China, as well as the political, economic, social, and cultural aspects that helped China grow into a vast empire. Staying true to the strengths of the 'Why?' series—known for its science learning comics and world history volumes—this book is packed with helpful tip boxes summarizing key content and vivid, lively photographs. At the beginning of each volume, a map along with illustrations of representative buildings, natural landscapes, and events gives readers an at-a-glance overview of the book and helps them easily understand its geography. At the end of the book, sections such as 'Festivals of the World' and 'World Cultural Heritage' introduce each country's festivals and holidays, as well as natural and cultural heritage sites recognized by UNESCO. Additionally, the 'Comparing World History and Korean History' section presents a side-by-side timeline of Korean history and world history, enabling connected learning with Korean history, while an index helps readers easily find key content. Contents: China's Natural Environment 1. Lord Zhang and the Treasure Map … 8 China's Culture 2. The Broken Tang Sancai Pottery … 28 3. Part-Time Job … 46 China's Politics and Economy 4. The Stolen Treasure Map … 70 China's History 5. Off to Hong Kong! … 88 6. Action Star Zhang Ziyi … 114 7. Filming a Movie … 140 China's Society 8. Lord Zhang's Secret Headquarters … 160 "Let's Become Global Talents Who Communicate with the World" Today's world is often called the global era. Through SNS platforms like Twitter and Facebook, the world has become interconnected like a spider's web, allowing people to share opinions and interests in real time across borders and races. As transportation and communication technology continue to advance, this trend will only intensify, and by the time today's children become the center of society, even language barriers may disappear, truly turning the world into 'one village.' Communication is most effective and sincere when we truly understand the other person. Genuine communication happens when we understand another's history and cultural background. Following the 'World History by Era' series, 'Why? World History' now continues with a 'World History by Country' series. While 'World History by Era' traced world history along a timeline from the dawn of humanity to today, 'World History by Country' focuses on comprehensively understanding a single nation—covering everything from distant countries in Europe and South America to close neighbors like China and Japan—through their history, natural environment, politics, economy, society, and culture. Every nation's history is a mix of glorious triumphs and harsh trials. Each country has reached the present by experiencing both glory and hardship. We hope this series serves as an opportunity to better understand countries that readers may have only vaguely known or not known at all. We also hope that through the 'World History by Country' series, children will build a foundation to become global talents who communicate freely with people around the world, and nurture dreams that reach beyond their own borders. Content Structure The 'Why? World History by Country' series plans to gradually expand to cover more nations, starting with the influential G8 countries. While history—already covered in depth in the era-based series—is presented briefly here, this series comprehensively covers a country's natural environment, politics, economy, society, and culture for a well-rounded understanding. True to the strengths of the 'Why?' series, known for its science learning comics and world history volumes, the book is filled with tip boxes summarizing essential information and vivid, engaging photographs. At the start of each volume, a map along with illustrations of iconic buildings, landscapes, and events offers readers a quick overview and geographic understanding. At the end of the book, sections like 'Festivals of the World' and 'World Cultural Heritage' introduce each country's festivals, holidays, and UNESCO-recognized natural and cultural heritage sites in detail. The 'Comparing World History and Korean History' section also presents Korean and world history timelines side by side, allowing for connected learning.