In 1958, the Chinese Communist Party, led by Chairman Mao, launched a campaign to bring the country into a better and brighter future—but it resulted in a disaster beyond anything they had imagined.
Wanli had plenty of consorts, but he loved Zheng best—and he made a promise to her that nearly destroyed his entire dynasty.
The Forbidden City is one of the most important places in Asian history—but it’s also full of controversy, scandal, and mystery.
When Wanrong gave birth to a child who was the product of an affair, her husband ripped the baby from her arms—but this was just the start of her nightmare.
How does a lowly concubine rise through the ranks to become the Dowager Empress of Imperial China? Ask Cixi.
Most people have heard of the legendary Terracotta Army—but few know about the bloodthirsty emperor who was buried with it.
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