The Western Han Dynasty: A History of China by Hui Wang Paperback Book
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The Western Han Dynasty: A History of China by Hui Wang Paperback Book. The Western Han Dynasty by Hui Wang. From the smoldering ruins of the Qin Dynasty rose Liu Bang-a man with no royal blood, no illustrious pedigree, and yet a stubborn will to build an empire that would far outlive his wildest ambitions. The Western Han Dynasty by Hui Wang Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description The Western Han Dynasty: A History of China, PART ONE, plunges you into one of the most dramatic and transformative chapters of Chinese civilization. From the smoldering ruins of the Qin Dynasty rose Liu Bang-a man with no royal blood, no illustrious pedigree, and yet a stubborn will to build an empire that would far outlive his wildest ambitions. I wrote this book to trace how that unlikely founder, surrounded by fiercely loyal generals and cunning rivals, turned chaos into one of history's great success 'll meet warriors whose names still ring through the centuries-Han Xin, the brilliant strategist whose long string of victories remade the map of China; Cao Can (also recorded as Cao Shen), the steady counselor who helped steady the court; and Zhang Liang, the master of subtlety and long-range planning. You'll watch alliances harden into deadly rivalries-Empress Lü's iron-fisted rule, the tragic downfall of Consort Qi and her son Liu Ruyi, and the lethal court games that decided who would sit on the Han throne. These are not distant legends-they were flesh-and-blood people who lived, schemed, and paid the price for the dynasty matured, its emperors faced fresh tests of authority and conscience. Emperor Wen brought relief and stability after years of bloodletting, while the reform-minded Jia Yi dreamed of moral renewal only to be pushed aside by the hard realities of politics. The Rebellion of the Seven States tore at the empire's unity, and the events surrounding the execution of Chao Cuo and the rise-and later tragic fall-of Zhou Yafu showed how precarious power could be when surrounded by jealousy, fear, and came the golden age of Emperor Wu of Han - one of the most remarkable rulers in Chinese history. Under his rule (reigning from 141 to 87 BCE), the empire pushed outward both its borders and its imagination. Generals such as Wei Qing and his young, celebrated relative Huo Qubing led daring campaigns against the Xiongnu, driving deep into the northern steppes and changing the course of history. Those victories did more than win battles: combined with the exploratory missions of envoys like Zhang Qian, they helped open the routes we now call the Silk Road - a web of connections that linked China to distant lands and reshaped the book is my attempt to bring those lives and moments back to life - to let you walk beside the emperors, scholars, generals, and dreamers who built the Western Han Dynasty. Their courage, their ambition, and their flaws made them painfully human - and their deeds made them lasting. The Western Han Dynasty: A History of China invites you to step into their world and witness how an empire was born, tested, and remembered. Details ISBN 9189998081 ISBN-13 9789189998087 Title The Western Han Dynasty Author Hui Wang Format Paperback Year 2025 Pages 292 Publisher Hui Wang GEItemID:170414321; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
