Middle Imperial China, 900-1350: A New History

Linda Walton provides a thematic survey of China's history from the tenth through the mid-fourteenth centuries, highlighting political, social, economic, intellectual, and cultural changes and continuities. Particular emphasis is given to themes that inform scholarship on world history, such as religion, the state, the dynamics of empire, the transmission of knowledge, the formation of political elites, gender, and the family.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 484 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

In this captivating and informative work, Linda Walton offers a comprehensive exploration of China's history spanning from the tenth to the mid-fourteenth centuries. This period, marked by the founding of the Song dynasty and the subsequent Mongol conquest, witnessed the integration of Song China into the Mongol Empire and the renowned journey of Marco Polo to the court of the Great Khan. Walton adopts a thematic approach to highlight the political, social, economic, intellectual, and cultural transformations and continuities of this era, commonly referred to as "Middle Imperial China." She emphasizes key themes that have significant implications for global history scholarship, including religion, state governance, the dynamics of empire, knowledge transmission, political elite formation, gender roles, and family structures. By providing a comprehensive coverage of peoples beyond China's borders, such as the Khitans, Tanguts, Jurchens, and Mongols, Walton offers a broader East Asian context and presents a more nuanced and integrated portrayal of China's past. This work is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike, shedding light on the rich tapestry of China's historical development and its profound impact on the world.

In this captivating and informative work, Linda Walton offers a comprehensive exploration of China's history spanning from the tenth to the mid-fourteenth centuries. This period, marked by the founding of the Song dynasty and the subsequent Mongol conquest, witnessed the integration of Song China into the Mongol Empire and the renowned journey of Marco Polo to the court of the Great Khan. Walton adopts a thematic approach to highlight the political, social, economic, intellectual, and cultural transformations and continuities of this era, commonly referred to as "Middle Imperial China." She emphasizes key themes that have significant implications for global history scholarship, including religion, state governance, the dynamics of empire, knowledge transmission, political elite formation, gender roles, and family structures. By providing a comprehensive coverage of peoples beyond China's borders, such as the Khitans, Tanguts, Jurchens, and Mongols, Walton offers a broader East Asian context and presents a more nuanced and integrated portrayal of China's past. This work is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike, shedding light on the rich tapestry of China's historical development and its profound impact on the world.

Weight: 640g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108430753