{"title":"David G. Atwill","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating works of David G. Atwill, a distinguished author known for his insightful contributions to the field of history. With a keen focus on Asian history, Atwill delves into significant events and their intricate dynamics, offering readers a nuanced understanding of past occurrences that have shaped the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Panthay Rebellion\u003c\/em\u003e, provides a deep dive into the complex and turbulent period in 19th century China. Atwill meticulously chronicles the series of events and cultural intricacies behind this lesser-known rebellion, balancing rigorous scholarly research with engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or new to exploring global historical narratives, David G. Atwill's books offer an enriching journey through time, inviting you to uncover the past with clarity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-panthay-rebellion-by-david-g-atwill-9781804290545","title":"The Panthay Rebellion","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Panthay Rebellion\u003c\/em\u003e of 1856-1873 held the armies of the Qing dynasty at bay for nearly two decades. This account by David Atwill offers a remarkable panorama of the cosmopolitan frontier society from which the rebellion sprang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rebel leader, Du Wenxiu, took the name of Sultan Suleiman, established a Muslim court at the ancient city of Dali, and sought to unite the population against Manchu rule, with considerable success at a time when the Qing faced threats in all parts of the empire. Atwill offers the first detailed account of Du's seventeen-year rule and upturns a historiography that filters the Panthay Rebellion through the political and military lenses of the Chinese centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe insurrection was not rooted solely in Hui hatred of the Han Chinese, he argues, nor was it primarily Islamic in orientation. Atwill draws out the multitudinous complexities of Yunnan Province, China's most ethnically diverse region and a crossroads for Tibetan, Chinese, and Southeast Asian culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Panthay Rebellion\u003c\/em\u003e was the last of a series of mid-century Chinese revolts to be suppressed. Its downfall marked the beginning of a renewed offensive by the imperial government to control its border regions and influence the cultures of those who lived there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850346909932,"sku":"9781804290545","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10919753482830.jpg?v=1759083770"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/david-g-atwill.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}