The Secret History of Chinese Imperial Courts Through the Ages (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Yu Zhe et al
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Publish Date: 1988-10-01
Features: This book is a collection of historical and legendary tales of imperial courts throughout Chinese history, covering from the unified Qin Dynasty of the feudal period to the Qing Dynasty. It includes "Imperial Court Secrets of the Qin and Han Dynasties," "Imperial Court Secrets of the Wei, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties," "Imperial Court Secrets of the Sui and Tang Dynasties," "Imperial Court Secrets of the Song and Yuan Dynasties," and "Imperial Court Secrets of the Ming and Qing Dynasties." The book presents both the hardships and diligent governance of emperors, as well as their cruelty and debauchery. It also depicts the sincerity and loyalty between emperors, empresses, and officials, alongside the deceit and conspiracies driven by power and desire. It systematically reflects the intricate struggles within the imperial courts of various dynasties in China.