Hui Wang

The Qin Dynasty: A History of China (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"The Qin Dynasty: A History of China" takes you on a journey through one of the most dramatic chapters in Chinese history. From the unification of the warring states to the iron rule of Qin Shi Huang, this book dives deep into the empire that set the foundation for China's future. The First Emperor built a centralized government, enforced strict laws, and undertook grand projects like the Great Wall and his massive underground mausoleum. But his rule was also marked by fearthe infamous Burning of Books and Burying of Scholars, heavy taxation, and forced labor that pushed people to their limits. When Qin Shi Huang passed away, his successors struggled to hold the empire together, and cracks began to show.

As unrest spread, a single spark ignited a rebellion that would shake the empire to its core. Chen Sheng and Wu Guang, two common soldiers, defied orders and rose up, setting off a wave of uprisings across the land. The once-unbreakable Qin Dynasty faced challenge after challenge, as ambitious warlords seized the opportunity to fight for power. Among them, two figures stood outLiu Bang, a clever and adaptable leader with a commoner's background, and Xiang Yu, a fearsome warrior whose strength was unmatched. Their rivalry would turn into a fierce battle for control over China, each determined to claim victory in their own way.

Through shifting alliances, brilliant strategies, and brutal clashes, the struggle between these two giants shaped the fate of an empire. As cities fell and armies clashed, their contrasting styles of leadership and personal ambitions drove them toward an inevitable showdown. Would brute force or cunning strategy decide the future of China? As tensions rose, betrayal lurked in the shadows, and the tide of war could change in an instant.

Packed with gripping stories, unforgettable characters, and key moments that shaped Chinese history, this book brings the Qin Dynasty's rise and fall to life in vivid detail. If you want to explore the ambition, power, and conflicts that defined an era, turn the page and step into a world where empires are builtand destroyedby the choices of a few.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Hui Wang
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Februar 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789189998032
• Artikelnr.: 73230760