The Government of the Qin and Han Empires: 221 BCE - 220 CE
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
The Government of the Qin and Han Empires: 221 BCE - 220 CE
By (Author) Michael Loewe
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
15th September 2006
United States
Classifications
Tertiary Education
Non Fiction
Ancient history
931.04
Physical Properties
Paperback
248
Width 140mm, Height 216mm
312g
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 Bio
Michael Loewe was University Lecturer in Chinese Studies, University of Cambridge, from 1963 to 1990. He is an Emeritus Fellow of Clare Hall.
