Government of the Qin and Han Empires: 221 BCE - 220 CE by Michael Loewe (Englis

Description: Government of the Qin and Han Empires by Michael Loewe Provides an 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; and more. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher 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. Long Description In this concise volume, Michael Loewe provides an engaging 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 of the imperial system. Enhanced by details from recently discovered manuscripts, relevant citations from official documents, maps, a chronology of relevant events, and suggestions for further reading keyed to each topic, this work is an ideal introduction to the ways in which Chinas first emperors governed. Details ISBN0872208192 Author Michael Loewe Publisher Hackett Publishing Co, Inc Year 2006 ISBN-10 0872208192 ISBN-13 9780872208193 Format Hardcover Imprint Hackett Publishing Co, Inc Place of Publication Cambridge, MA Country of Publication United States DEWEY 931.04 Pages 248 Subtitle 221 BCE - 220 CE Language English DOI 10.1604/9780872208193 NZ Release Date 2006-09-15 US Release Date 2006-09-15 Publication Date 2006-09-15 UK Release Date 2006-09-15 AU Release Date 2006-08-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:3365184;

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