Table of Contents
Preface ix
A Note on Pronunciation xiii
1 Preliminary Orientations and Legendary Conflicts 1
2 Ancient Fortifications, I 19
3 Ancient Fortifications, II 43
4 The Hsia 60
5 Warfare in the Hsia 82
6 The Shang Dynasty 98
7 Shang Capitals, Citadels, and Fortifications 117
8 Chaos, Contraction, and Resurgence 140
9 King Wu Ting, I 155
10 King Wu Ting, II 175
11 The Last Reigns 190
12 The Shang Martial Edifice 203
13 Troops, Intelligence, and Tactics 225
14 Metallurgical Evolution in China 239
15 Early Weapons and the Axe 252
16 Knives, Daggers, and Swords 268
17 The Ko or Dagger-axe 278
18 Spears and Armor 293
19 Ancient Archery 305
20 The Chariot in China 330
21 The Horse in China 345
22 The Chariot in Battle 359
23 Chariot Limitations and Difficulties 375
24 Ancient Logistics 390
25 Musings and Imponderables 402
Notes 415
Integrated Bibliography 509
Index 537