A Chinese History Reader

This book provides a concise introduction to the Chinese history, covering a long time span extending from antiquity through the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty. Historical periods elaborated include the pre-Qin period; the Qin and Han Dynasties; the Wei, Jin, and Southern and Northern Dynasties; the Tang, Song, and Yuan Dynasties; and the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Written by a group of historians from the prestigious Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, the book has incorporated some of the latest research findings in the field of Chinese historical studies.
Features:
- All major Chinese dynasties are covered in a concise manner. Encounters with the Modern Era are also explored, besides starting with the Ancient Age in China.
- The authors provide latest research findings, giving insight to the exciting Chinese history.
- This book also features many relevant photos and illustrations to help readers understand the topics better.