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  • The Summer Palace of Mine: A Mouse's Journey Through Beijing's Imperial Garden
  • The Summer Palace of Mine: A Mouse's Journey Through Beijing's Imperial Garden
  • The Summer Palace of Mine: A Mouse's Journey Through Beijing's Imperial Garden
  • The Summer Palace of Mine: A Mouse's Journey Through Beijing's Imperial Garden

The Summer Palace of Mine: A Mouse's Journey Through Beijing's Imperial Garden

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An Illustrated Children's Book Exploring the History, Architecture & Beauty of the Summer Palace | Bilingual Chinese-English
Join a charming little mouse as your guide to the Summer Palace—Beijing's magnificent imperial garden. Through vivid illustrations and a first-person narrative, young readers explore the Long Corridor, Kunming Lake, the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, and more. A delightful introduction to Chinese history and architecture for ages 5-12.
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    Discover Beijing's Imperial Garden Through the Eyes of a Mouse

    What if a tiny mouse could show you the secrets of an emperor's garden?

    In The Summer Palace of Mine, readers follow an adorable mouse whose family has lived in the Summer Palace for generations. With every brick, tile, tree, and bush intimately familiar, this little guide leads you through one of China's most magnificent imperial gardens.

    What's Inside:

    🏯 Meet the Summer Palace
    Built during the Qing Dynasty (1616-1911) as a gift from Emperor Qianlong to his mother, this 290-hectare imperial garden is also known in the West as the Summer Palace. Once called the Garden of Clear Ripples, it has witnessed centuries of history, endured destruction, and been rebuilt multiple times.

    🌉 Explore Iconic Landmarks
    Wander along the famous Long Corridor, the mouse's favorite spot. Glide across the mirror-like Kunming Lake, where boating feels like entering a wonderland. Marvel at elegant bridges including the Seventeen-Arch Bridge and Jade Belt Bridge. Discover the grand theater, the bronze pavilion, and the Stone Boat.

    📖 A Story That Teaches
    Written and illustrated by renowned oil painter Wu Yang, this book combines artistic beauty with educational storytelling. The mouse's first-person perspective makes complex history feel personal and accessible—perfect for young readers discovering Chinese culture.

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