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Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors: The ReignbyReign Record of the Rulers of Imperial China (Chronicles),Used
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Spanning more than two thousand years, from the first emperor, buried with his terracotta army in the third century B.C., to the last emperor, enthroned in the Forbidden City as a boy of four in 1911, Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors presents the entire history of this vast and still mysterious region through the stories of its allpowerful rulers. The Chinese imperial system combined a highly centralized administration with a Confucian philosophy of moralpolitical beliefs. The emperor was the Son of Heaven and enjoyed semidivine powers, but he was not infallible: should he fail his subjects, rebellion was justified. The emperors therefore weathered centuries of violent change and, despite brutal revolts and civil wars, remained at the center of the largest political unit in the world, the Middle Kingdom. The emperors were an extraordinary group of menand one woman, Wu Zetianwhose virtues and faults were magnified by their exalted position. Many were literary scholars and painters (the Song emperor, Huizong, founded an imperial academy of painting). Some were mentally retarded; and some left the control of the empire to their eunuchs, concubines, or dowager empresses. Under able rulers, China's frontiers expanded, dominating Central and Southeast Asia; under weak rulers the frontiers shrank, and for centuries the country was occupied by alien Mongols. It took the arrival of a civilization from the West with superior firepower finally to shake the Middle Kingdom's foundations. The detailed coverage includes: data files for every emperor, listing important information such as name at birth and details of wives and concubines; special features ranging from the Great Wall of China to the Ming Tombs; portraits of the major emperors and maps detailing, for example, the arrival of Buddhism and the Silk Road routes; time lines with ataglance visual guides to the length and key events of each emperor's reign.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors'? A: The book presents the history of China through the stories of its emperors, spanning over two thousand years from the first emperor to the last, detailing their reigns, characters, and the political landscape of imperial China.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors' is Ann Paludan.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors' is available in a hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 224 pages, offering a comprehensive overview of Chinese imperial history.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors' was published on November 17, 1998.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic use as it provides detailed historical accounts, timelines, and illustrations relevant to the study of Chinese history.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: Yes, the book includes portraits of major emperors and maps that detail significant events, such as the arrival of Buddhism and the Silk Road routes.
- Q: What is the significance of the emperors in Chinese history as described in the book? A: The emperors played a crucial role in shaping China's political landscape, embodying the Confucian philosophy and exercising semi-divine powers while also facing challenges like rebellion and foreign invasions.
- Q: Are there any special features highlighted in the book? A: Yes, the book includes special features like data files for each emperor, significant landmarks like the Great Wall of China, and timelines of key events during their reigns.
- Q: Is 'Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors' a first edition? A: Yes, this book is a first edition, providing an original perspective on the history of Chinese emperors.