Beginner's Guide to the Qin Dynasty: A Beginner-Friendly Exploration of Ancient China's First Empire, Legalism, and Qin Shi Huang's Legacy

Uncover the empire that unified China, shaped a civilization, and changed history forever.

Beginner's Guide to the Qin Dynasty offers a clear and accessible exploration of one of China's most pivotal periods-the rise and fall of the Qin Dynasty. In just 15 years, the Qin transformed a fragmented land into the foundation of imperial China through sweeping reforms, ruthless leadership, and monumental achievements that still echo today.

Ideal for students, history lovers, and curious readers, this beginner-friendly guide dives into:

• The rise of the Qin state and its conquest of rival kingdoms

• Qin Shi Huang's life, legacy, and obsession with immortality

• Legalism and the enforcement of centralized power

• The creation of the Great Wall, national road networks, and the Terracotta Army

• The collapse of the Qin Dynasty and the lessons it left for future emperors

Whether you're new to Chinese history or want a reliable reference on its first imperial dynasty, this book provides the essential knowledge in a concise, engaging format.

Part of the series A Beginner's Guide of Ancient China - explore the dynasties that shaped the world's longest continuous civilization, one volume at a time.