Empress A Novel
Empress A Novel by Shan Sa, published by HarperCollins on September 15, 2009, is a reprint edition comprising 352 pages in English. This novel presents the story of Empress Wu, the first and only female emperor of China, who rose to prominence during the Tang Dynasty in the seventh century. The narrative seeks to reclaim her legacy, offering insights into her life and the complexities of her character, which have often been misrepresented throughout history.
Readers will find a richly detailed exploration of Empress Wu’s experiences as she navigates a tumultuous and power-driven environment. The book delves into the psychological and philosophical aspects of her journey, revealing a figure whose struggles and ambitions resonate with contemporary themes. Through vivid historical detail and poetic prose, Shan Sa invites readers to engage with this remarkable character and her astonishing tale, shedding light on a pivotal moment in Chinese history.
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One of China’s most controversial figures, Empress Wu was its first and only female emperor, emerging in the seventh century during the great Tang Dynasty to usher in a golden age. Throughout history, her name has been defamed and her story distorted. But now, after thirteen centuries, Empress Wu flings open the gates of the Forbidden City and tells her own astonishing tale—revealing a fascinating, complex figure who in many ways remains modern to this day.
Writing with epic assurance, poetry, and vivid historic detail, Shan Sa plumbs the psychological and philosophical depths of what it means to be a striving mortal in a tumultuous, power-hungry world. Empress is a great literary feat and a revelation for the ages.
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