Harold M. Tanner
3 books
About the Author
Harold M. Tanner is a distinguished historian and professor emeritus of Chinese history at DePauw University, where he has dedicated his career to unraveling the intricate tapestry of China's past. With a PhD from Columbia University, Tanner's scholarship draws on extensive archival research and a deep appreciation for the cultural, political, and social forces that have shaped one of the world's oldest civilizations. His seminal work, China: A History (Volume 1): From Neolithic Cultures through the Great Qing Empire, (10,000 BCE - 1799 CE), offers a comprehensive and accessible narrative of China's evolution from ancient origins to the cusp of modernity, blending meticulous detail with engaging storytelling to illuminate pivotal eras and figures. Tanner's contributions extend beyond academia through lectures, translations, and public engagements that foster greater understanding of East Asian history in a global context.
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