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Ts'Ao Yin And The Kanghsi Emperor: Bondservant And Master
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In This Highly Praised Book, Jonathan D. Spence Recounts The Story Of Ts'Ao Yin, Hereditary Bondservant To The Manchu Emperors. Ts'Ao Yin, Whose Greatgrandfather Was Captured And Enslaved By The Manchus And Whose Descendent Wrote Dream Of The Red Chamber, China'S Most Famous Novel, Becomes The Focal Point Of A Fascinating Study That Sheds Light On The Social And Political Life Of The Early Manchu Period. This Edition Of Ts'Ao Yin And The K'Anghsi Emperor Has A New Introduction By Jonathan D. Spence. A Brilliant Synthesis Of Biographical, Social, Economic And Institutional History,This Book Is A 'Life And Times' In The Best Sense Of The Term. It Uses Ts'Ao Yin'S Career To Illuminate The Chinese Governmental Institutions In Which He Served Between 1674 And 1712, And These Institutions To Explain The Twists And Turns Of His Own Progress. . . . This Masterly Work Is Clearly A 'Must' For All Those Who Are Interested In The Long And Eventful Reign Of The K'Anghsi Emperor, Which . . . Still Remains One Of The Most Fascinating And Rewarding Periods In Chinese History.C.R. Boxer, Journal Of Asian History A Significant Portrait Of A Family, A Society, And Part Of An Age.Wang Gungwu, Journal Of Asian Studies [A] Remarkably Fine History Of Seventeenth And Eighteenthcentury Chinese Social And Political Institutions. . . . Rewarding As Well As Delightful Reading.Etu Zen Sun, Journal Of The American Oriental Society A Complex, Intelligent Work. . . . What It Meant To Be Textile Commissioner, Salt Censor, Imperial Host, Imperial Informant, General Member Of The Upper Classall Of This, In All Its Industrial, Financial, Administrative, And Cultural Implicationscomes To Life.Joseph R. Levenson, American Historical Review
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Ts'ao Yin and the Kang-Hsi Emperor'? A: The book explores the life of Ts'ao Yin, a hereditary bondservant to the Manchu emperors, and examines the social and political dynamics of early Manchu China.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Jonathan D. Spence, a well-known historian specializing in Chinese history.
- Q: What is the significance of Ts'ao Yin's story? A: Ts'ao Yin's story provides insights into the governmental institutions of China during the reign of the K'ang-hsi Emperor, highlighting the complexities of social and political life.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on September 10, 1988.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Chinese history? A: Yes, the book is accessible and provides a compelling narrative that can engage readers new to Chinese history while offering depth for those more familiar with the subject.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the 2nd edition of 'Ts'ao Yin and the Kang-Hsi Emperor'.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What kind of reviews has the book received? A: The book has received positive reviews for its insightful analysis and engaging narrative, being described as a significant portrait of family and society during the Manchu era.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, it is a well-researched work that can serve as a valuable resource for students and scholars studying Chinese history and social institutions.