Manchu
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Robert Elegant
Binding: Hardback
Published: Allen Lane, 1980
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Set against the backdrop of 17th-century China, this historical novel vividly portrays the rise of the Manchu dynasty. As the Ming dynasty crumbles, the Manchus, a fierce and ambitious people from the north, seize the opportunity to conquer and establish their own rule. The narrative weaves together political intrigue, military strategy, and personal dramas, capturing the cultural clashes and power struggles of the era. Elegant brings to life the key figures and pivotal events that shaped this transformative period in Chinese history, offering a compelling glimpse into a world of emperors, warriors, and courtly intrigue.
Author: Robert Elegant
Binding: Hardback
Published: Allen Lane, 1980
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Set against the backdrop of 17th-century China, this historical novel vividly portrays the rise of the Manchu dynasty. As the Ming dynasty crumbles, the Manchus, a fierce and ambitious people from the north, seize the opportunity to conquer and establish their own rule. The narrative weaves together political intrigue, military strategy, and personal dramas, capturing the cultural clashes and power struggles of the era. Elegant brings to life the key figures and pivotal events that shaped this transformative period in Chinese history, offering a compelling glimpse into a world of emperors, warriors, and courtly intrigue.