Infamous Chinese Emperors Tales of Tyranny and Misrule
Infamous Chinese Emperors: Tales of Tyranny and Misrule by Tian Hengyu, published by Asiapac Books in 2001, explores the darker side of imperial rule in ancient China. This edition, written in English and spanning 194 pages, presents a collection of narratives that delve into the lives of thirteen notorious emperors. These rulers, often seen as sacred figures, are depicted through their actions that led to suffering and discontent among the common people.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of these emperors, characterized as squanderers, murderers, and lechers, whose misrule brought about their own downfall. The book intertwines history with comic storytelling, offering insights into the complexities of kings and rulers in a society that revered them. Through these tales, the author sheds light on the consequences of tyranny and misrule, inviting reflection on the impact of leadership on the populace.
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In ancient China, an emperor is regarded as tianzi , or “Heaven’s son”, one who is sent from Heaven to rule the nation and its people. Little wonder that he held sway over the masses and is deemed sacred and inviolate. Literally, a dynasty’s rise and fall, and the people’s weal and woe, are intimately linked to his calibre and character.Much has been written about the great emperors of China. But what about those rulers who, through their whims and fancies, had the commoners gnash their teeth in grief and hate?Here are the 13 stories on China’s notorious emperors — a motley crue of squanderers, murderers, thugs, lechers and idiots swaggering under the holy cloak of tianzi ! Read on and see how they got their just deserts!
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