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

Taylor & Francis

War, Politics and Society in Early Modern China, 900-1795Author(s): Peter Lorge\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780415316903, 978-0415316903\nSynopsis\nThis comprehensive survey of Chinese military history is the only book in English to span the significant years from [tel]. Peter Lorge questions current theories on Chinas relationship to war, and argues that war was the most important tool used by the Chinese in building and maintaining their empire.\n\nEmphasizing 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.\n\nIdeal as a course adoption text for Asian military studies, this is also valuable for students of Chinese studies, military studies and Chinese history.