Ep. 15 | The Shang Dynasty
The China History Podcast
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The Rise and Fall of the Shang Dynasty: Writing and Tyranny
This chapter explores the Shang Dynasty's decline, emphasizing the peak of Wu Ding's 58-year reign and the development of early Chinese writing. It concludes with a discussion of the dynasty's violent end and the legacy of its notorious rulers.
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