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The Government of the Qin and Han Empires: 221 BCE - 220 CE
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Government of the Qin and Han Empires: 221 BCE - 220 CE
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Michael Loewe
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:248 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140 |
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| Category/Genre | Asian and Middle Eastern history |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780872208186
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| Classifications | Dewey:931.04 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
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| Imprint |
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
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| Publication Date |
15 September 2006 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
This new work provides a clear and concise overview of the government of the early empires of China. Topics discussed are: the seat of supreme authority; the structure of central government; provincial and local government; the armed forces; officials; government communications; laws of the empire; control of the people and the land; controversies; and problems and weaknesses. Enhanced by details from recently discovered manuscripts, relevant citations from official documents, maps, and suggestions for further reading keyed to each topic.
Author Biography
Michael Loewe was University Lecturer in Chinese Studies, University of Cambridge, from 1963 to 1990. He is an Emeritus Fellow of Clare Hall.
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