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Warfare and History - War, Politics and Society in Early Modern China, 900-1795

By: Routledge

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Historical Books (Routledge)

MSRP old price: $58.99


Product Info

Title
Warfare and History - War, Politics and Society in Early Modern China, 900-1795
Publisher
Category
Author
Peter Lorge
Publish Year
2005
Pages
200
Dimensions
6.25x9.25x.5"
NKG Part #
2148221037
Type
Softcover

Description

This comprehensive survey of Chinese military history is the only book in English to span the significant years from 900 – 1795. Peter Lorge questions current theories on China’s relationship to war, and argues that war was the most important tool used by the Chinese in building and maintaining their empire.

Emphasizing the relationship between the military and politics, chapters are organized around specific military events and, Lorge argues, the strength of territorial claims and political impact of each dynasty were determined by their military capacity.

Ideal as a course adoption text for Asian military studies, this is also valuable for students of Chinese studies, military studies and Chinese history