234 Pages
2 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
234 Pages
2 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
234 Pages
2 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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This book is a study of the dual capital system of Ming dynasty China (1368-1644), with a focus on the administrative functions of the auxiliary Southern Capital, Nanjing. It argues that the immense geographical expanse of the Chinese empire and the poor communication infrastructure of pre-modern times necessitated the establishment of an additional capital administration for effective control of... Read more
Introduction 1. The Secondary Capital System in Imperial China 2. Ministers and Eunuchs: The Southern Capital Administration 3. Patronage, Proving Ground, and Punishment: The Political Functions of the Southern Capital 4. Center of Wealth: The Financial Functions of the Southern Capital 5. Southern Stronghold: The Military Functions of the Southern Capital 6. Conclusion
Biography
Jun Fang is Professor of History at Huron University College, Western University, Canada
"This work makes a significant contribution to our understanding of the workings of the Ming state beyond Beijing ... Fang’s study is well grounded in a meticulous examination of his sources. I certainly learned much from it, and would have no hesitation in recommending it as an important addition to any Chinese studies library collection."
Stephen McDowall, University of Edinburgh
