The Complete Story of Queen Cixi (Eight Volumes)

Author: Che Jixin
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Features: Throughout the long history of feudal China, the imperial consorts and concubines who accompanied the emperors of various dynasties were the women of the highest status in feudal society, once enjoying great prominence. This book compiles the biographies of empresses from all dynasties, starting with the mother of the first emperor, Ying Zheng, and ending with the last empress, Wan Rong. It also strives to include the biographies of influential concubines, empress dowagers, and princesses who were sent as peace envoys. The book covers all aspects of the lives of imperial consorts and concubines, including their roles as supportive spouses and mothers, their grace and beauty, their mannerisms, their hobbies and temperaments, their rivalries for favor, their influence in the palace, and their regency behind the curtains. It presents a vivid and colorful historical panorama of the lives in the imperial harem during feudal China. Additionally, the book includes over a thousand illustrations, featuring portraits of consorts and concubines, palace utensils, living quarters, clothing and hairstyles, folk customs, famous scenic spots, and calligraphy and paintings. The book is comprehensive, detailed, and richly illustrated, making it suitable for both reading and reference, as well as for collection and gifting.