Qinzi Qinguang and the Late Qing Political Situation

Author: Sang Bing
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: The internal turmoil and external threats during the Year of Gengzi led to the mobilization for the restoration of the throne to revitalize civil affairs, becoming a consensus among the reformist factions both at home and abroad. This event had a profound and far-reaching impact on the late Qing political landscape, yet the truth remained hidden for a long time. This book uses a combination of old and new historical materials to cross-reference and strive for accuracy, further revealing the complex emotional journeys of the reformist factions as they faced national crisis, torn between loyalty to the court and the nation. The book provides a detailed interpretation of the Gengzi Restoration issue from multiple perspectives, delves into the intricate relationships among the reformist factions, overseas Chinese, foreign powers in China, local governors, and secret societies. It confirms the historical role of the Qing Imperialist Party, led by Kang Youwei, in the significant late Qing political event of the "Gengzi Restoration." The book meticulously describes the organizational structure, activities, and outcomes of the Qing Imperialist Party, vividly and comprehensively explaining the profound impact of the "Gengzi Restoration" movement on the changes in the late Qing political landscape.