The Government of the Qin And Han Empires: 221 Bce-220 Ce
, by Loewe, MichaelNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780872208186 | 0872208184
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 9/30/2006
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.