War, Politics and Society in Early Modern China, 900–1795
By Peter Lorge
Published October 27th 2005 by Routledge – 200 pages
Series: Warfare and History
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 organised 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.
Contents
1. Unity Through War (900-1005) 2. Empires at Peace, Empires at War, 1005-1142 3. 1142-1272, Three Empires and A Century of War 4. A Chinese Empire? (1272-1355) 5. The Chinese Conquest Dynasty, 1355-1435 6. 1435-1610, The Politics of Imperial Collapse 7. 1610-1683, A People Created for War 8. 1684-1795, The Old Man of Ten Complete Military Victories
Author Bio
Peter Lorge is Senior Lecturer in Chinese History and Film at Vanderbilt University.
Name: War, Politics and Society in Early Modern China, 900–1795 (Paperback) – Routledge
Description: By Peter Lorge. 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...
Categories: Asian History, Early Modern History 1500-1750, Military & Naval History
