Updated on May 18, 2024

China has witnessed numerous ups and downs in its 5000 year-long socio-cultural history. Many customs and practices prevalent in the modern Chinese society can be traced back to the events in Chinese history. Chinese history is full of interesting facts and events. Indeed, it’s great to get to know Chinese history. A Chinese learner is expected to have a basic sense of Chinese history. When you are learning Mandarin Chinese, you should make sure to get familiarize with the Chinese history and culture.

The books in Chinese History series will help you discover China’s glorious past. There are three pasts of the introductory title “Chinese History”. We will start from the primitive society, gradually dig various ruling dynasties, and finally, discover contemporary China. All the books are essentially  Chinese reading practice books. They’ll help you learn to read Chinese books.

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In this post, I am going to recommend a series of books (on Amazon) to learn the Chinese history and culture.

Books to Learn Chinese History and Culture (English, Chinese & Pinyin)

All the volumes are essentially Chinese reading practice books. They’ll help you learn to read Chinese characters. The important words from the main text have been provided separately for the readers to improve their Chinese vocabulary.

Chinese History (Part 3)

Large Print Size (8.5″ x 11″): Paperback (ISBN: 9798887341620). Amazon, and Barnes & Noble.

Chinese History (Part 2)

Large Print Size (8.5″ x 11″): Paperback (ISBN: 9798887341613). Amazon, and Barnes & Noble.

Chinese History (Part 1)

Large Print Size (8.5″ x 11″): Paperback (ISBN: 9798887341606). Amazon, and Barnes & Noble.

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