• Perilous Frontier: Nomadic Empires and China, 221 BC to AD 1757
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John Wiley & Sons 1992

Perilous Frontier: Nomadic Empires and China, 221 BC to AD 1757

Perilous Frontier: Nomadic Empires and China, 221 BC to AD 1757

Thomas Barfield

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Barfield explores the interactions between China and neighboring nomadic empires over two millennia. The book examines diplomacy, warfare, trade, and cultural exchange, highlighting how nomadic movements influenced Chinese politics and society. It offers a long-term perspective on frontier management, empire-building, and cross-cultural encounters in Eurasia.

Genre: History

Type: Paperback

Edition: 1st Edition

Condition: Good

Notes: (II5) Few marks on the cover; top spine edge a bit worn; tiny bit of foxing on top fore edge and other fore edges overall clean; plastic cover has been stuck to the cover by previous owner; very clean throughout

ISBN: 9781557863249

Note cover image may be illustrative.

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