PublishedWiley, October 2013 |
ISBN9781577181132 |
FormatSoftcover, 452 pages |
Dimensions24.4cm × 17.5cm × 2.1cm |
Capturing China?s past in all its complexity, this
multi-faceted history portrays China in the context of a larger
global world, while incorporating the narratives of Chinese as well
as non-Chinese ethnic groups and discussing people traditionally
left out of the story?peasants, women, merchants, and
artisans.
Offers a complete political, economic, social, and cultural
history of China, covering the major events and trends
Written in a clear and uncomplicated style by a distinguished
historian with over four decades of experience teaching
undergraduates
Examines Chinese history through the lens of global history to
better understand how foreign influences affected domestic policies
and practices
Depicts the role of non-Chinese ethnic groups in China, such as
Tibetans and Uyghurs, and analyzes the Mongol and Manchu rulers and
their impact on Chinese society
Incorporates the narratives of people traditionally left out of
Chinese history, including women, peasants, merchants, and
artisans
