--- product_id: 19861663 title: "Ancient Chinese Armies 1500-200 BC (Men-At-Arms Series, 218) (Men-at-Arms, 218)" brand: "cj peersangus mcbride" price: "152.59 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/19861663-ancient-chinese-armies-1500-200-bc-men-at-arms-series store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Ancient Chinese Armies 1500-200 BC (Men-At-Arms Series, 218) (Men-at-Arms, 218) **Brand:** cj peersangus mcbride **Price:** 152.59 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ancient Chinese Armies 1500-200 BC (Men-At-Arms Series, 218) (Men-at-Arms, 218) by cj peersangus mcbride - **How much does it cost?** 152.59 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/19861663-ancient-chinese-armies-1500-200-bc-men-at-arms-series) ## Best For - cj peersangus mcbride enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cj peersangus mcbride brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Ancient Chinese Armies 1500-200 BC (Men-At-Arms Series, 218) (Men-at-Arms, 218) ## Images ![Ancient Chinese Armies 1500-200 BC (Men-At-Arms Series, 218) (Men-at-Arms, 218) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HdebCryoL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Good book *by K***Y on Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2007* First of all, the plates are anything but 'bland' but are in fact very exciting. Honestly, I am no expert on ancient Chinese warfare and thus cannot say how accurate they are. Regardless of the plates, the text is extremely useful providing an excellent intro to the subject; exactly what I was seeking when I purchased this book. It covers the ancient and mysterious Shang Dynasty, the Chou Dynasties, and the warring states that were finally united in the 3rd Century BC. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars *by M***K on Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2015* thanks ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars From the Shang Dynasty to a unified Ch'in Empire *by A***A on Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2011* A thousand years of history, of evolution in concepts of warfare, of tactical innovations and new weapons. A tough endeavor for Dr. Peers, particularly because westerners usually have few basic knowledge of the extremely interesting Chinese culture and history.Divided by broad chronological periods (Shang, Western and Eastern Chou, 4th and 3rd century BC, the ch'in Empire) and concentrating on the main written and archeological sources, the reader will get an abstract on the main conflicts of those periods and the basic description of weapons and armies of the period. Short descriptions of 10 major engagements, tactical doctrine, sieges and fortifications and some particularities of several kingdoms military characteristics or personalities are also provided.Some data will stand out: The use of bronze to make weapons even so late as the 3rd century BC, the early use of the crossbow and the inability of "barbarians" to replicate the trigger mechanism, the military literature, the human sacrifices and "hunting expeditions" popular in the Shang period, the chariot being used in the Han period although in the process of being replaced by cavalry. In so many ways they were more advanced then contemporary Romans and Greeks and in so many others they were so far from them.Very good photos of artifacts from the British Museum (but the author could use more sources), and nice color plates (not the best) from Angus McBride. Maps provided for each period with political divisions and main cities (like a previous reviewer commented, they aren't great looking - this book was originally printed in 1990 and the maps reflect it very well - but they fulfill the role of providing the reader a geographical reference and political evolution of the several kingdoms). --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/19861663-ancient-chinese-armies-1500-200-bc-men-at-arms-series](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/19861663-ancient-chinese-armies-1500-200-bc-men-at-arms-series) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-06-02*