Su Rongyu: China from Above

A spectacular photographic journey across China, captured entirely from the air. This lavishly produced volume presents hundreds of full‑colour aerial images showcasing the country’s diverse landscapes, monuments, and cities — from the Great Wall winding across rugged mountains, to the serene lakes of Sichuan, the deserts of Xinjiang, and the modern skylines of Beijing and Shanghai.

With its oversized format and high‑quality reproductions, China from Above offers a unique perspective on the nation’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. A striking addition to any collection of travel, photography, or Asian art books.

Condition: Excellent, minor wear to the top part of the dustjacket on the spine.
Author: Su Rongyu
Publisher: White Star Publishing – English Edition
Published: 2007
Format: Large – Hard Cover Hardcover with jacket – 400 pages – 34cm x 28.5cm
ISBN: 9788854403079

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Su Rongyu: China from Above

A Breathtaking Aerial Odyssey Across the Middle Kingdom

Experience the vastness and diversity of the world’s most populous nation from a perspective of absolute grandeur. China from Above is a masterwork of aerial photography, capturing the staggering contrast between ancient traditions and hyper-modern ambition. From the jagged, mist-covered peaks of the karst mountains to the intricate neon geometry of Shanghai’s skyline, Su Rongyu presents a visual narrative that is both intimate and epic.

Highlights of This Visual Masterpiece:

Unseen Perspectives: Soar over the winding Dragon of the Great Wall, the terraced emerald rice paddies of Yunnan, and the surreal “Rainbow Mountains” of Zhangye Danxia.
The Intersection of Time: Su Rongyu brilliantly captures how 5,000 years of history sit side-by-side with 21st-century engineering marvels, showing the evolution of the Chinese landscape.
Artistic Composition: Each photograph is more than a record; it is a study in color, symmetry, and the raw power of nature. The large-format printing allows for incredible detail, from the tiny fishing boats on the Yangtze to the sprawling urban mosaics.
Geographic Diversity: The book spans the entire nation, covering the frozen north, the tropical south, the high Tibetan plateau, and the bustling coastal megacities.

A Collector’s Essential:

This is the definitive “coffee table” volume for travelers, historians, and lovers of fine photography. It serves as a silent tour guide through the soul of a changing nation, making it a perfect centerpiece for any library dedicated to Asian studies or global exploration.

“A dizzying, beautiful, and deeply moving portrait of a land that defies simple description. Su Rongyu has captured the heartbeat of China from the heavens.”