The Secret History of Treasures in the Qing Palace

Author: Wen Chun
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: Since the Shunzhi Emperor Fuli entered the capital, the emperors residing in the magnificent and solemn Forbidden City, the Hall of Mental Cultivation, or the Palace of Heavenly Purity, have always held supreme power over the court. The late Emperor Yizhu passed away, and his brothers Yixuan and Yixian assisted the newly ascended Empress Dowager Cixi in launching the "Xinxiu Coup," overthrowing the Eight Grand Ministers including Sushun. Prince Gong Yixuan was crowned Regent and took control of the Military Affairs Office and the General Administration Office.