Compiled by The Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council and The Office of Chinese Language Council. The revised version of this set of books is expected to be a popular edition of learning aid for Chinese Culture in a conversational style. These readers make Chinese culture, history and geography more accessible to all people. All revisions are meant to be innovative while maintaining the original focus of being accurate, instructive and practical.

Common Knowledge about Chinese Geography is a brief introduction to Chinese geography. The book is divided into seven parts: A General Survey of China, Resources and Environment, Transportation and Water Conservancy, Land of Charm and Beauty, Seven Ancient Capitals of China, Enchanting Cities, and Traveling around China. It covers general Chinese geography including cities and scenic spots with historical and/or cultural heritage. Exquisitely illustrated, this updated edition offers a faithful account of added sights and important construction projects. It is remarkably complete yet concise, an encyclopedic handbook providing people outside of China with reliable information about Chinese geography and geographical culture.