History of the Ming-Qing Transition: Unique Insights (Revised Edition)

Author: Chen Shengxi
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: The transition from the Ming to the Qing Dynasty was a historical process spanning decades, marked by the interweaving and competition of various social contradictions and political forces, creating a period of profound upheaval that has always sparked the curiosity of later generations while proving challenging to decipher. Professor Chen Shengxi devoted decades to researching this era, achieving remarkable insights. As early as 1991, he published Unique Perspectives on the Ming-Qing Transition, a collection of 11 essays that received great acclaim from the academic community. Now, Professor Chen has added five more essays meticulously crafted over the past decade and has comprehensively revised each of the original essays, resulting in a thoroughly updated and revitalized edition. The book covers major topics such as the Ming-Qing wars and negotiations, the Qing army's entry into the pass, and the hair-shaving decree, as well as uncovering new historical sources on key figures like Chen Yuanyuan, Li Yan, and Mao Wenlong. By combining meticulous micro-level research with macro-level strategic analysis, it vividly reconstructs the dynamic and tumultuous landscape of the Ming-Qing transition, serving as an invaluable reference for researchers and enthusiasts alike.