The Secret Life of Empress Dowager Cixi

Author: De Ling
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Publish Date: 1999-03-01
Features: The book meticulously depicts the traditional court etiquette, luxurious court attire, elegant court music, exquisite craftsmanship, magical and natural imperial cosmetics, refined court cuisine, and the foolish and awkward court physicians—all showcasing the splendid and magnificent life scenes. It vividly recreates the temperament, intelligence, appearance, and spirit of Empress Dowager Cixi. Stripping away the decadent and corrupt aspects of the court's luxurious lifestyle, the late Qing court culture presented in the book still remains a shining example of ancient Chinese culture, embodying wisdom, talent, and cultural depth. The numerous little-known truths about the court life revealed in the book provide rich and valuable materials for understanding the late Qing court culture.