Bibliograph

Ancient Chinese warfare, Ralph D. Sawyer ; with the bibliographic collaboration of Mei-chun Lee Sawyer

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Ancient Chinese warfare, Ralph D. Sawyer ; with the bibliographic collaboration of Mei-chun Lee Sawyer

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Ancient Chinese warfare

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

657595552

Responsibility statement

Ralph D. Sawyer ; with the bibliographic collaboration of Mei-chun Lee Sawyer

Table Of Contents

Preliminary orientations and legendary conflicts -- Ancient fortifications I -- Ancient fortifications II -- The Hsia -- Warfare in the Hsia -- The Shang dynasty -- Shang capitals, citadels, and fortifications -- Chaos, contraction, and resurgence -- King Wu Ting, I -- King Wu Ting, II -- The last reigns -- The Shang martial edifice -- Troops, intelligence, and tactics -- Metallurgical evolution in China -- Early weapons and the axe -- Knives, daggers, and swords -- The ko or dagger-axe -- Spears and armor -- Ancient archery -- The chariot in China -- The horse in China -- The chariot in battle -- Chariot limitations and difficulties -- Ancient logistics -- Musings and imponderables

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