Two thousand years ago, the Qin/Han and Roman empires were the largest political entities of the ancient world, developing simultaneously yet independently at o

Transcending ethnic, linguistic, and religious boundaries, early empires shaped thousands of years of world history. Yet despite the global prominence of empire

A comparative study of the ancient Mediterranean and Han China, seen through the lens of political culture.

A fascinating history of the intricate web of trade routes connecting ancient Rome to Eastern civilizations, including its powerful rival, the Han Empire. The R

Burbank and Cooper examine Rome and China from the third century BCE, empires that sustained state power for centuries.