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The State and the Iron Industry in Han China

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  • 160 pages
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Focusing on the Han state's iron monopoly, the book explores the significant economic changes during Emperor Wu-di's reign, highlighting the establishment of state monopolies in 117 BC and the resulting controversies. It examines both literary and archaeological evidence to understand the motivations behind the monopoly's creation and the strong opposition it faced. The historical impact of this economic policy is also connected to later reforms, illustrating its lasting influence on Chinese governance and economic strategies.

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The State and the Iron Industry in Han China, Donald B. Wagner

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2002
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