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China Under The Empress Dowager: The History Of The Life And Times Of Tzu Hsi

China Under The Empress Dowager: The History Of The Life And Times Of Tzu Hsi

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by J.O.P. Bland, Edmund Backhouse
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One of the most popular and controversial Chinese history books ever written, this account explores the Forbidden City during the reign of Empress Dowager Cixi (1861–1908). Entertaining and enlightening, this record examines a world of power-thirsty eunuchs, concubines, and Mandarins. Filled with intrigue, bitter antagonism, and ruthless reprisals and predicting the fall of the Qing dynasty, this history is heavily based on Chinese source materials, some of which may have been fabricated.

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ISBN13: 9789881866738
ISBN10: 9881866731
Language: English
Publisher: Earnshaw Books
Publication Year: 2010
Format: Paperback

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    Intriguing insight into Qing dynasty’s imperial court.

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    If you're fascinated by the complexities of Chinese history and the behind-the-scenes of imperial power, this book offers a captivating look at Empress Dowager Cixi's turbulent reign. It brings to life a world filled with intrigue, rivalries, and political machinations, making history both entertaining and enlightening. You'll enjoy uncovering the layers of China's last imperial era through rich narratives and vivid details.
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