Chinese history is packed with dramatic stories of individuals, including the prominent (emperors, generals, scholars, and artists), and the humble (peasants, artisans, mothers, courtesans, and concubines). In this history of China from Neolithic times to the present, Paul Ropp uses the stories of people - groups and individuals - to illustrate key themes of China's political, social, and cultural history.
Paul Kropp Book order






- 2010
- 2008
Running the Bases: Definitely Not a Book about Baseball
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Exploring the awkwardness and humor of teenage romance, this book offers a candid perspective on the ups and downs of dating during adolescence. Through relatable anecdotes and witty observations, it captures the challenges and triumphs that come with young love, making it a must-read for anyone who has navigated the complexities of teenage relationships.
- 2007
This Handbook accompanies the novel 'Scarface'. It provides valuable comprehension exercises which can engage a small group or the whole class and greatly enhances understanding of the novel, its plot, characters and construction.
- 2007
Avalanche
- 93 pages
- 4 hours of reading
It was just a school trip, just a winter hike through the mountains. Nothing more. But when a wall of snow comes sliding down, fifteen kids have to fight for their lives... So who's going to win the fight...?
- 2007
Russ was innocent. Yes, innocent! So, now he just wants to keep his nose clean. But the other guys don't make that easy. Not in Juvie. In Juvie, you can't let the others know you're weak...
- 2007
This Handbook accompanies the novel 'The Bully'. It provides valuable comprehension exercises which can engage a small group or the whole class and greatly enhances understanding of the novel, its plot, characters and construction.
- 2006
Home Run
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Navigating his first year at university, Alan Macklin hopes to leave behind the restrictions of his previous life, including curfews and unfulfilling classes. However, he quickly discovers that university dating is far more complex than he anticipated, as he struggles to connect with girls while even his religious roommate finds success. Alan's journey explores themes of independence, self-discovery, and the challenges of young adulthood in a vibrant new environment.
- 2004
Casey's First Day
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
- 2004
A simple, balanced approach to writing workshops in grades 3-9. Organized around six main writing genres - memoir, fictional narrative, informational report, opinion piece, procedural writing, and poetry - more than fifty hands- on mini-lessons deal with specific skills that will help students write effective fiction and nonfiction.