The more you prepare in advance, the more you'll enjoy your time in China. This section suggests some preparations you may want to make, and help you find the resources you'll need. "Getting to Know China " is divided into the following subsections:

• Overview of China
• Books
• Encyclopedias
• Browsing Areas and Subject Headings
• Newspapers
• Travel Guides
• Travel Web Sites
• Films
• Geography and Maps
• Languages