ROBMS2 - NEW BOOK Robinson, David M: MARTIAL SPECTACLES OF THE MING COURT. Cambridge and London, 2013. xiv, 423 pp. plus 6 pp. colour plates. 24x16 cm. Cloth. GBP 42.95 Chapters on: The Royal Hunt during the Early Ming; Contrasting Images of the Royal Hunt; Equestrianism and Archery; New Views of Martial Spectacles: The Second Century of the Ming; Ming Imperial Menageries and Hunting Parks. An interesting study of grand displays of dynastic strength, imperial generosity and largesse, and military prowess. Subjects: Court Life Armour and Weapons Available, as of: 12/02/2022 Was item 32 in printed List 202. Record produced by Hanshan Tang Books, www.hanshan.com. |