Product Review
BY PRACTICAL SCHOLARSHIP
A poignant tale about the life and labors of a Chinese farmer during the sweeping reign of the country¹s last emperor.
€ A concise introduction that gives readers important background information
€ A chronology of the author's life and work
€ A timeline of significant events that provides the book's historical context
€ An outline of key themes and plot points to help readers form their own interpretations
€ Detailed explanatory notes
€ Critical analysis, including contemporary and modern perspectives on the work
€ Discussion questions to promote lively classroom and book group interaction
€ A list of recommended related books and films to broaden the reader's experience
SERIES EDITED BY CYNTHIA BRANTLEY JOHNSON








