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Making Of An Empress
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Author : Frank David
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017-05-12
Making Of An Empress written by Frank David and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-05-12 with categories.
Artful Subversion
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Author : Ying-Chen Peng
language : en
Publisher: Yale University Press
Release Date : 2023-01-24
Artful Subversion written by Ying-Chen Peng and has been published by Yale University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-01-24 with History categories.
This revelatory book shows how the influential and controversial Empress Dowager Cixi used art and architecture to establish her authority Empress Dowager Cixi (1835-1908), who ruled China from 1861 until her death in 1908, is a subject of fascination and controversy, at turns vilified for her political maneuvering and admired for modernizing China. In addition to being an astute politician, she was an earnest art patron, and this beautifully illustrated book explores a wide range of objects, revealing how the empress dowager used art and architecture to solidify her rule. Cixi's art commissions were innovative in the way that they unified two distant conceptions of gender in China at the time, demonstrating her strength and wisdom as a monarch while highlighting her identity as a woman and mother. Artful Subversion examines commissioned works, including portrait paintings and photographs, ceramics, fashion, architecture, and garden design, as well as work Cixi created, such as painting and calligraphy. The book is a compelling study of how a powerful matriarch at once subverted and upheld the Qing imperial patriarchy.
Empress Dowager Cixi
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Author : Jung Chang
language : en
Publisher: Random House Canada
Release Date : 2013-10-29
Empress Dowager Cixi written by Jung Chang and has been published by Random House Canada this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-29 with History categories.
From the beloved, internationally bestselling author of Wild Swans, and co-author of the bestselling Mao: The Unknown Story, the dramatic, epic biography of the unusual woman who ruled China for 50 years, from concubine to Empress, overturning centuries of traditions and formalities to bring China into the modern world. A woman, an Empress of immense wealth who was largely a prisoner within the compound walls of her palaces, a mother, a ruthless enemy, and a brilliant strategist: Chang makes a compelling case that Cixi was one of the most formidable and enlightened rulers of any nation. Cixi led an intense and singular life. Chosen at the age of 12 to be a concubine by the Emperor Xianfeng, she gave birth to his only male heir who at four was designated Emperor when his father died in 1861. In a brilliant move, the young woman enlisted the help of the Emperor's widow and the two women orchestrated a coup that ousted the regents and made Cixi sole Regent. Untrained and untaught, the two studied history and politics together, ruling the huge nation from behind a curtain. When her boy died, Cixi designated a young nephew as Emperor, continuing her reign till her death in 1908. Chang gives us a complex, riveting portrait of Cixi through a reign as long as that of her fellow Empress, Victoria, whom she longed to meet: her ruthlessness in fighting off rivals; her curiosity to learn; her reliance on Westerners who she placed in key positions; and her sensitivity and desire to preserve the distinctiveness of China's past while overturning traditions (she, as Chang reveals--not Mao, as he claimed--banned footbinding) and exposing its culture to western ideas and technology.
The Secret Of An Empress
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Author : Karoline Franziska M. Zanardi Landi
language : en
Publisher: General Books
Release Date : 2012-02-01
The Secret Of An Empress written by Karoline Franziska M. Zanardi Landi and has been published by General Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-01 with categories.
Purchase of this book includes free trial access to www.million-books.com where you can read more than a million books for free. This is an OCR edition with typos. Excerpt from book: CHAPTER III A HOME OF MY OWN In the year whose early weeks witnessed the events described in the last chapter, a change was made in my surroundings, and my little household (if I may call it by such a name) was increased in size. First came the installation of an English nurse, Miss Ives, who was also entrusted with the care of Laura Kaiser. Soon after the appointment, however, trouble arose. Miss Ives had occasion once to punish Laura for stamping her foot, which she did by striking the offender across the legs with a strap. Upon this Laura rebelled, biting Miss Ives severely on the hand. The English governess at once tendered her resignation. This was not accepted, for she was in possession of my mother's secret, and was, moreover, much trusted by her. Unfortunately for myself, as will be seen, I was of much less warlike a nature than my foster-sister, and so Miss Ives was prevailed upon to continue in charge of me, provided that Laura's nursery and mine were entirely separated. This gave my mother a long-desired opportunity of making an alteration in my place of residence, so as to bring me nearer to her. In the course of a few weeks I was taken away from the Kaisers' house and installed in a home of my own, with me going Miss Ives, a French governess called Mademoiselle Pidon, who had been engaged by Mrs. Kaiser to superintend my education, Alois Pirker, and some women-servants. My new home was at Lainz, not then, as it is now, a suburb of Vienna. Here I had been before. But this time it was not in my mother's chateau that I lived. A house near by had been taken for me, a two-story building in the middle of a fine park, within whose bounds I took my walks. On the ground floor was the hall, a big sitting- room, a dining-room, a study for me, and a small drawing-room...
Sissi S World
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Author : Maura E. Hametz
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2018-07-12
Sissi S World written by Maura E. Hametz and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-12 with History categories.
Sissi's World offers a transdisciplinary approach to the study of the Habsburg Empress Elisabeth of Austria. It investigates the myths, legends, and representations across literature, art, film, and other media of one of the most popular, revered, and misunderstood female figures in European cultural history. Sissi's World explores the cultural foundations for the endurance of the Sissi legends and the continuing fascination with the beautiful empress: a Bavarian duchess born in 1837, the longest-serving Austrian empress, and the queen of Hungary who died in 1898 at the hands of a crazed anarchist. Despite the continuing fascination with “the beloved Sissi," the Habsburg empress, her impact, and legacy have received scant attention from scholars. This collection will go beyond the popular biographical accounts, recountings of her mythic beauty, and scattered studies of her well-known eccentricities to offer transdisciplinary cultural perspectives across art, film, fashion, history, literature, and media.
Memoirs Of The Empress Catherine Ii
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Author : Empress of Russia Catherine Ii
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-06-02
Memoirs Of The Empress Catherine Ii written by Empress of Russia Catherine Ii and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-06-02 with History categories.
Empress of Russia Catherine II in the book "Memoirs of Empress Catherine II" describes events that are noteworthy from the time of her birth throughout her life. This book is rich in wisdom and knowledge of the royal family, the state of the country, and other wonderful memories. A historic book to read today and by generations to come.
The Happy Days Of The Empress Marie Louise
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Author : Imbert de Saint-Amand
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-09-16
The Happy Days Of The Empress Marie Louise written by Imbert de Saint-Amand and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-09-16 with Fiction categories.
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Happy Days of the Empress Marie Louise" by Imbert de Saint-Amand. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
The Last Empress
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Author : Anchee Min
language : en
Publisher: HMH
Release Date : 2008-04-07
The Last Empress written by Anchee Min and has been published by HMH this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-04-07 with Fiction categories.
“Admirers of Empress Orchid will be interested in this sequel. Others may find the introduction to relatively modern Chinese history a revelation” (Rocky Mountain News). During the tumultuous end of the nineteenth century in China, the only constant was the power wielded by one person: the resilient, ever-resourceful Tzu Hsi, Lady Yehonala—or Empress Orchid—as readers came to know her in Anchee Min’s critically acclaimed novel covering the first part of her life. In The Last Empress, Orchid moves from the intimacy of the concubine quarters into the spotlight of the world stage. Devastating personal losses take their toll, leaving her yearning to step aside, but only she—allied with the progressives, but loyal to the conservative Manchu clan of her dynasty—can hold the nation’s rival factions together. Anchee Min offers a powerful revisionist portrait based on extensive research of one of the most important figures in Chinese history. Viciously maligned by the western press of the time as the “Dragon Lady,” a manipulative, blood-thirsty woman who held onto power at all costs, the woman Min gives us is a compelling, very human leader who assumed power reluctantly, and who sacrificed all she had to protect those she loved and an empire that was doomed to die. “The vision of an empress who very nearly had it all: vulnerability and strength, motherhood and power, earthiness and dignity, compassion and ambition.” —The Washington Post “Invokes the intrigue and opulence of nineteenth-century China while telling the story of its improbably dominant ruler.” —Los Angeles Times
The Daughter Of An Empress
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Author : L. Mühlbach
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-07-31
The Daughter Of An Empress written by L. Mühlbach and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-07-31 with Fiction categories.
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Daughter of an Empress" by L. Mühlbach. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Empress
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Author : Renata Merino
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2024-04-19
Empress written by Renata Merino and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-04-19 with Business & Economics categories.
Have you ever dreamt of rising from the shadows of your struggles to come out on top? Renata Merino wanted that. And she did it. All with the odds stacked against her. Now she can be your guide through her tale of resilience, reinvention, and the power of self-belief. This narrative unfolds Renata's incredible path from the depths of despair to the pinnacle of empowerment. After a life-altering divorce, abandoned by the past and the challenges of single motherhood, while reinventing herself and her career on her own, Renata discovers her true purpose. She ignites a passion that leads to a groundbreaking career, making the impossible possible. Her story is a beacon of hope for anyone trapped in their metaphorical black hole and hitting rock bottom, searching for a way out, and getting themselves in a strategic advantage, on the highest hill "Empress" offers more than just inspiration. It is a personal story, a memoir filled with vulnerability yet also a guidebook for transformation. From motherhood to the boardroom, with insights into strategic maneuvers breaking into venture capital, one of the toughest industries to break into, Renata lays down the path for readers to become empresses in their own lives. A must-read for anyone looking to turn their life around and make their dreams a reality, Empress offers practical advice on overcoming adversity, career reinvention, personal growth and life reinvention. Renata's story is a powerful reminder that you can pursue your passions and redefine your life regardless of your circumstances and at any point. Whether you're facing a mid-life crisis, a career crossroads, recovering from a sickness, or just in need of motivation to break free from the status quo, Empress is your roadmap to rising from the ashes and creating the life you want. Get ready to be inspired, motivated, and empowered. "Empress" is not just a book; it's a movement towards embracing the limitless potential within each of us. Join her empowerment movement and start your path to becoming the empress of your own life. Grab your copy and unlock your unlimited potential today. About Renata: As a venture capitalist, professional speaker, 30-year operator, MBA merit scholar from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, student-athlete from Bowdoin College, graduating from the prestigious, Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, and a leader for women as the CEO of Blazin Babes, Renata has inspired audiences globally not only with her impeccable background and life experiences but more importantly with the aura and inspiration she brings. Whether you meet her in person with a warm embrace, or hear her profound insights on reinvention, overcoming adversity, or healing past trauma, Renata brings her authentic self to her audiences worldwide, while also bringing inspiration and tactical insights on how to live the life of your dreams. Invite Renata to speak at your next event or podcast, book her to represent your brand, or follow her on social media.