China in Pictures 3: The Spring and Autumn and Warring States Periods

Chinese civilization has a long and rich history, full of twists and turns. Its many historical events and figures are intertwined in complex ways. The Eastern Zhou period was the first era of great upheaval in Chinese history. It saw many famous battles, the development of military theory, and the emergence of numerous idioms and anecdotes. One volume in a series, this book uses richly illustrated storytelling to recount the history of the Five Hegemons of the Spring and Autumn period and the Seven Warring States, focusing chiefly on politics and warfare. It helps readers gain a clear understanding of this history in a short time and explore the fate of the various vassal states amid the turbulent events of the age.