The Terracotta Army

In 1974 local farmers digging a well near present-day Xian unearthed parts of clay figures, opening the way to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time. The Terracotta Army was a surprise. The 6,000 life-size clay warriors and horses had been buried in 210BC as a "spirit army" to stand watch over the body of the First Emperor, and had been lying hidden for over two thousand years.

Format: Softback - Excellent condition

Published: Bantam
Published: 2008
ISBN: 9780593059296