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1587, A Year Of No Significance: The Ming Dynasty In Decline,Used
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If You Buy Only One Work On Premodern Chinese History This Year, Make It This One.'W. S. Atwell, Historywinner Of The American Book Award For Historyin 1587, The Year Of The Pig, Nothing Very Special Happened In China. Yet In The Seemingly Unspectacular Events Of This Ordinary Year, Ray Huang Finds Exemplified The Roots Of China'S Perennial Inability To Adapt To Change.Through Fascinating Accounts Of The Lives Of Seven Prominent Officials, He Fashions A Remarkably Vivid Portrayal Of The Court And The Ruling Class Of Late Imperial China. In Revealing The Subtle But Inexorable Forces That Brought About The Paralysis And Final Collapse Of The Ming Dynasty, Huang Offers The Reader Perspective Into The Problems China Has Faced Through The Centuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of '1587, A Year of No Significance'? A: The book focuses on the events of the year 1587 in China, illustrating the underlying factors that contributed to the decline of the Ming dynasty through the lives of seven prominent officials.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of '1587, A Year of No Significance' is Ray Huang.
- Q: What award did this book win? A: The book won the American Book Award for History.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 310 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on September 10, 1982.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is the book available in different bindings? A: Yes, the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What historical period does the book cover? A: The book covers the late imperial period of Chinese history, specifically focusing on the Ming dynasty.
- Q: Does the book provide insights into the cultural aspects of China? A: Yes, the book offers a vivid portrayal of the court and ruling class, providing cultural insights into the challenges faced by China.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for someone studying Chinese history? A: Yes, this book is highly recommended for anyone studying pre-modern Chinese history, as it provides a detailed analysis of significant historical events.