Adam Brown - China: A History of China and East Asia (Ancient China, Imperial Dynasties, Communism, Capitalism, Culture, Martial Arts, Medicine, Military, People including Mao Zedong, and Confucius)

China: A History of China and East Asia [3rd Edition]

Ancient China, Imperial Dynasties, Communism, Capitalism, Culture, Martial Arts, Medicine, Military, People including Mao Zedong, Confucius, and Sun Tzu

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Introduction

I want to thank you and congratulate you for downloading the book China: A History of China and East Asia .

This book contains everything you need to know about Chinas rich and exciting history.

China has become the worlds most populous nation with a powerful economy. As its landscape has changed over the years, so have the demographics and economy. It is known as one of the oldest recorded civilizations in history. With a vast landscape and a rich diversified culture, the country is famous for martial arts, Confucius philosophy, language, alternative treatment like acupuncture and herbal treatments, the Great Wall of China and a recorded history that dates to as early as over 3000 years ago. Furthermore, China has a unique dynastic history with military development, medicinal breakthroughs and great legendary figures the likes of which, the world has never seen.

So how did it all come to be? How did The Peoples Republic of China become what it is today? This book reveals the building process that caused a small group of people to become part of a full blown nation. It will provide you with the details you need to have a good understanding of how the country was shaped into what it is today.

Thanks again for downloading this book, I hope you enjoy it!

Chapter 1: Ancient Chinese Dynasties

Overview of Dynasties

A dynasty, in Chinese literature, refers to a series of rulers from the same family and historical periods named after the family that dominated the country at the time. Some dynasties lasted for many centuries while others were in power for only a few years. The earliest dynasty began with the first ruler in 2200 BC and ended in 1912 with the last Emperor of China. From 1912 to 1949, the country that was previously Imperial China became the Republic of China. Thus, more than 4000 years of dynasties came to an end when the last emperor was forced to leave his seat. From 1949 onwards, the country became known as the Peoples Republic of China, which continues today.

1: Xia Dynasty (2200 1600 BC)

A round 2200 BC, the occupants of what is now Northern China near the Yellow River came under the rule of the Xia Dynasty. There is little evidence for this dynastys existence apart from some records that were compiled much later by reliable historians. It is theorized that the people began to use bronze during this time due to some evidence suggesting that bronze casting occurred at Erlitou during the Xia Dynasty.

Legend states that it was Yu the Great (2200-2100 BC) who began the dynasty. He was a hard worker among the early settlers who helped to ensure the safety of his people. It is documented that the Yellow River constantly flooded the land and caused great difficulty among the people. Crops would be ruined, homes would flood and the people would complain about the hardship that they were in. Yu the Great is known for building dams that ultimately helped to stop flooding in his community and he became well-known for his nobility, leading to the people choosing him as their ruler. Thus, the very first dynasty was founded. The Xia Dynasty had 17 kings and continued until 1600 BC when the Shang Dynasty came into power.