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China And The Manchus

China And The Manchus

Giles, Herbert A.

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AnthropologyChinese HistoryGeneral World History

Publisher Price: $14.99

ISBN10: 9375555437
ISBN13: 9789375555438
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Nov 1 2025
Pages: 98
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.23 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
China and the Manchus presents a concise historical study of the rise of the Manchu people and their eventual transformation into a ruling power that reshaped China. The narrative traces their development from early tribal communities into a force capable of challenging and overturning established dynasties, emphasizing how shifting alliances, territorial struggles, and expanding influence contributed to their ascent. The work begins with an account of the Nu-chens and their conflicts with neighboring groups, showing how persistent hardship and determination laid the groundwork for their emergence as conquerors. As their victories grow, the story highlights the gradual displacement of earlier rulers and the establishment of a new political order that introduced lasting changes to governance and cultural life. The text reflects on how power, adaptation, and strategic leadership enabled the Manchus to redefine authority across a vast region. By examining their evolution from subjugated communities to imperial rulers, the account offers insight into the broader dynamics that shaped a significant period in Chinese history.

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