The Rest Is History cover image

444. The First Emperor of China

The Rest Is History

CHAPTER

The Rise of the First Emperor: Chaos and Control

This chapter explores the chaotic period before China's first emperor, marked by conflict among seven rival kingdoms. It contrasts the emperor's brutal rise to power with Confucian ideals, revealing the harsh realities of leadership in ancient China.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner