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Best books to learn The Ming dynasty, in order
The Ming (1368-1644) began as a deliberately agrarian, inward-facing regime founded by a peasant rebel and ended as the most commercialised society on earth, drowning in Spanish silver and unable to pay its own army.
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The Ming dynasty: the best books to read, in order
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning the ming dynasty?
- The Ming (1368-1644) began as a deliberately agrarian, inward-facing regime founded by a peasant rebel and ended as the most commercialised society on earth, drowning in Spanish silver and unable to pay its own army.
- What's a good book to start the ming dynasty with?
- A strong starting point is The memory palace of Matteo Ricci by Jonathan D. Spence. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after the ming dynasty?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like The Tang dynasty, The Qing dynasty.