Overview
The Sui dynasty, founded by Yang Jian, reunified China after a prolonged period of division, laying the groundwork for the subsequent Tang dynasty. From 581 to 618 AD, the Sui implemented wide-ranging reforms and construction projects, ultimately collapsing after a brief period. The Sui's legacy can be seen in the works of [[confucius|Confucius]] and the [[tang-dynasty|Tang dynasty]], which built upon the foundations laid by the Sui. The Sui's impact on Chinese history is still studied by historians like [[simon-leys|Simon Leys]] and [[john-king-fairbank|John King Fairbank]].