Frederic Wakeman, Jr.
The Fall of Imperial China
- ISBN 13:
- 9780029336809
- author:
- Frederic Wakeman, Jr.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Free Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1977
- Pages:
- 304
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Fall of Imperial China by Frederic Wakeman Jr. is a comprehensive exploration of the rise and fall of the Chinese empire. From the dawn of its imperial past to its eventual decline, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the complex forces that shaped this ancient civilization.
Historians often contrast the rapid changes in post-Renaissance Europe with the gradual evolution of Confucian China, highlighting the distorted perspective this creates when studying these older worlds. The Chinese empire, however, remained remarkably resilient, defying European conquest and expansion.
This book provides a detailed examination of Imperial China's history, shedding light on its enduring legacy and the factors that contributed to its downfall.
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