Emperor Guangxu "Long History of Late Qing Dynasty"

Author: Hanbo
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: This book is a historical romance, narrating the life of the protagonist, Emperor Guangxu, in a literary style. He was young, capable, yet tragic, pitiful, and sorrowful. At the age of four, he ascended the throne and was forced to leave his parents, entering the deep palace walls to begin his unpredictable imperial career. The severe palace rules and the ruthless Empress Dowager Cixi cast an indelible shadow on the young emperor's heart. During his ten years of personal rule, Emperor Guangxu was determined to strengthen the nation and revitalize the great cause. However, he faced external enemies and internal constraints. The defeat in the First Sino-Japanese War led to territorial cession and indemnities. The Hundred Days' Reform was a fleeting bloom, and he died before his ambitions were fulfilled, having endured countless hardships. He ultimately died a few days before Empress Dowager Cixi's passing. This book has strong readability and incorporates much new material, offering vivid and credible descriptions that allow readers to experience history firsthand.