The Chinese example proves imperial capacity does not inevitably produce empire

Evidence

China under the Qing Dynasty was regarded by many Europeans as the best-governed empire in history, and was enjoying its own version of the Enlightenment. — Neil MacGregor, A History of the World in 100 Objects, 1315 (#exemplifies, via linked claim)

Categorization

• XREF: connects to: China under the Qing Dynasty was seen as the best-governed empire. — Neil MacGregor, A History of the World in 100 Objects, 1315; Empire alone does not automatically generate racial regimes.

Related

• China under the Qing Dynasty was seen as the best-governed empire. (similarity 0.92)
• Empire alone does not automatically generate racial regimes. (similarity 0.80)
• Imperial capacity alone does not produce empire or capitalism. (similarity 0.80)

Broader Connections

• China under the Qing Dynasty was seen as the best-governed empire. #exemplifies (0.50) — Neil MacGregor, A History of the World in 100 Objects, 1315