How did the intellectual history of the Han dynasty reflect the political fortunes of the dynasty? Your answer should show familiarity with intellectual developments during the reign of Han Wudi as well as the arguments in Michael Loewe’s article.

Intellectual history of the Han dynasty

Requirements:
How did the intellectual history of the Han dynasty reflect the political fortunes of the dynasty? Your answer should show familiarity with intellectual developments during the reign of Han Wudi as well as the arguments in Michael Loewe’s article. (file attached below)

Writing instructions:
A: These essays are a pleasure to read. They brighten an otherwise dreary chore.
1. Such answers are long enough to demonstrate more than a general knowledge of the material (generally 4 blue book pages in a normal, single-spaced hand, which would translate to approximately 400 words). They address most of the issues relevant to the question.
2. They are also characterized by specificity, providing concrete examples (with names, dates, concepts, etc.) from the readings and lectures that clearly support the points being made.
3. The essay contains a clear argument in a form that answers the question. It is also laid out in a logical fashion.
4. Finally, such answers are well-written. Grammatical structures are clear, and vocabulary demonstrates a thorough absorption of the material presented in the class.