The Diary of a Manchu Soldier in Seventeenth-Century China

"My Service in the Army", by Dzengseo

Auteurs

• Nicola Di Cosmo

Paramètres

• Pages: 142 pages
• Temps de lecture: 5 heures

• Chine
• Histoire

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Focusing on the unique perspective of a young Manchu officer, this annotated translation reveals the only known military diary from pre-modern China, offering valuable insights into the Ch'ing army's operations. The author's firsthand experiences during battles in the challenging terrain of South-Western China provide a vivid portrayal of military life in the seventeenth century, enhancing our understanding of Chinese military history and the complexities of warfare during that period.

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• Année de publication: 2009
• Reliure: (souple)