This collection investigates the vast geographical and cultural diversity of China through the unique perspective of aerial photography. The author, Kevin Sinclair, utilizes a wide-ranging visual survey to document the intersection of natural landscapes and human development across the nation. By capturing images from balloons, helicopters, and airplanes, the work provides a comprehensive overview of the country's physical topography and its evolving urban centers.

This work serves as a visual archive that captures the scale and variety of the Chinese landscape during the late 1980s. The collection provides a clear, objective record of the country's terrain and infrastructure for researchers and geography enthusiasts alike.