Wu Zetian (Lifting the Veil of the Empress)

Author: De Jun, Ming Zhao
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This series is compiled into six volumes: "The Jianghu," "The Sentimental Monk," "The Opera Singer," "The Terracotta Warrior," "The Brothel," and "Wu Zetian." Each volume is written by experts and professors from relevant disciplines, using vivid and fluent historical narrative prose to describe specific manifestations of traditional Chinese culture. It showcases historical culture, artifacts, and allusions, recreating China's long-standing civilization. This series is a full-color illustrated text with a novel and aesthetically pleasing layout and design. The images are exquisite and uniquely charming, making it suitable for both collection and gifting. This volume is one of the "Elegant and Popular China Series."
Over 1,300 years ago, Wu Zetian, a woman of great strategy and boldness, ruled the Chinese political arena. She was the only female emperor in Chinese history and also one of the most controversial figures. Cui Rong's eulogy praised her remarkable achievements and widespread influence, while Shen Ji ji criticized her for turning softness into harshness, overturning the heavens, and being deposed. After being restored to the throne, Emperor Zhongzong of Tang lauded her as a benevolent and wise mother. Wang Fuzhi harshly condemned her as a bloodthirsty and lustful woman, while Chen Yinque affirmed that Wu Ming Zhao was a remarkable figure in Chinese history. The people of Wu Zetian's hometown, Wen Shui, have long denied her identity as a native, while Guangyuan has continuously commemorated the empress's blessings for over a thousand years. In the face of this influential figure in Chinese politics and the world women's movement, please leave your attention and wise comments.