A HISTORY OF CHINA

A History of China authored by Wolfram Eberhard provides a comprehensive overview of Chinas rich and complex historical evolution. Some stories are brutal and weird while others creep up on you and draw you in slowly. Eberhards study looks into the countrys historical origins following its cultural political and socioeconomic development by several dynasty periods and watershed moments. The work of literature sheds light on Chinas contributions to art philosophy science and governance and also its interactions with adjacent regions and the rest of the world. Eberhard deftly examines the birth and collapse of dynasties the development of major characters with the interaction of tradition and innovation. He analyzes the tremendous impact of Confucianism Taoism and Buddhism on Chinese society and also the conflict and change including as invasions revolutions and modernization initiatives.