History of China, Korea, Japan & Southeast Asia | Foundations of Eastern Civilization

A single order by the first emperor of China set in motion the construction of the 5,500-mile Great Wall, costing the lives of tens of thousands of workers. Meanwhile, dancing horses dazzled audiences in the capital city of Changan. Get ready for the East to come West—it's going to be a lovely ride. This video is episode 1 from the series Foundations of Eastern Civilization, presented by Craig Benjamin Learn more about Eastern civilization at https://www.thegreatcourses.com/youtube. 0:00 Changan: The Most Splendid Capital City on Earth 2:56 Great Wall of China and Other Iconic Structures 7:11 Eastern Influence on Western Culture 9:04 Defining "Foundations," "Eastern," and "Civilization" 10:08 What Does "Eastern" Actually Mean? 14:47 The Many Definitions of "Civilization" 17:05 What Makes "Civilization" a Controversial Term? 20:19 Key Questions Surrounding Eastern Civilization 21:10 Exploring the Meanings of "Foundations" 23:18 Highlights of "Foundations of Eastern Civilization" ------------------------------------------- Welcome to The Great Courses on YouTube. Here, you can enjoy a diverse sampling of educational videos from our extensive library of courses, all taught by some of the world’s greatest professors and subject matter experts. If you are enjoying these videos, you can discover more amazing Great Courses content with ad-free, unlimited streaming of thousands of lectures on subjects ranging from history, science, art, philosophy, and literature to professional development, health and wellness, world travel, hobbies, and so much more with The Great Courses streaming services. With four services to choose from, there’s a Great Courses membership that’s right for you. Discover your perfect fit at https://www.thegreatcourses.com/youtube.