Power and Blood (Politics in the Ming Imperial Court)

Author: Fan Shuzhi
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Mao Zedong loved reading The History of Ming during his lifetime, and after the Xi'an Incident, Zhang Xueliang, who was imprisoned, was particularly fond of studying The History of Ming. Listen to Liu Xinwu's decryption of the mysteries of Dream of the Red Chamber; follow the One Hundred Schools Forum to solve the mysteries of the Twelve Emperors of Qing; all authoritative documentaries from CCTV 10 such as Archaeology in China, Mysteries of China, and Exploration and Discovery are fully included—don't miss it! The Ming Empire can be considered the darkest period of rule in ancient Chinese dynasties. Court scandals were entangled and confusing, eunuchs held immense power over the court, and political storms rose one after another. All of these became endless topics for later generations. This book recreates the intricate conspiracies and struggles in the Ming Dynasty's official circles, narrates major political events, and focuses on analyzing historical figures. It is more engaging than a novel, offering a fresh perspective on history and providing insights for today.