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Guo (geography & San Francisco State Univ.) has produced a rich, accessible guide to not only the capital of China but also to the country at large. A chronology begins circa 700,000 BCE (incidentally tracing the city's numerous name changes). A country and city map, many statistical tables, occasional black-and-white photos, a substantial bibliography, and a copious index add to the work's utility and appeal. Nostalgic sidebars from Beijing residents contribute a vivid personal note; travelers will appreciate the in...Log In or Sign Up to Read More