Dream of the Han Palace

Author: Liu Yijiang
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: The time span covered in this book is approximately sixteen years, from when Emperor Wu of Han, Liu Che, was appointed as crown prince at the age of seven to when he took full control of the empire at the age of twenty-two. Through the struggles for power over the positions of empress and crown prince within the Han palace, it weaves a complex web of relationships and love-hate entanglements among numerous historical figures, presenting a panoramic view of the social landscape of that glorious era. The book avoids the harmful trend of fabricating stories, trivializing history, and misleading the public that is prevalent today. Most of the characters are real, and most of the stories are based on actual events, with only details added for embellishment. The narrative is tightly connected, the characters are vividly portrayed, and the emotions are expressed passionately. At the same time, it provides extensive research on the rituals and social customs of the Han Dynasty, making it a rare and outstanding work in recent years that is both faithful to history and rich in knowledge, deeply captivating readers.