When you talk about the history of China, you have to go back in time starting in the Bronze Age which is the time of China's first dynasties: namely the Xia-, the Shang- and the Zhou-Dynasty. The Powerplay among and within these Chinese dynasties would continue throughout China's history. But intrigues and wars were often followed by eras of great prosperity and innovation. And so it is no wonder that things like the codification of law can be traced back to the dynasties at the Yellow River. Follow Guy to learn all about ancient China on IT'S HISTORY.