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Emperor of China:  Self-portrait of K'ang-hsi
Emperor of China Selfportrait of K'anghsi
Author: Jonathan D. Spence
Translation of writings of Emperor K'ang-hsi of China from 1661 to 1722 by Jonathan Spence. As noted by Spence, K'ang-hsi expressed his private thoughts with a candor and freshness not normally found in those who govern great empires. This book provides the unmistakably authentic voice of man talking about his attitudes and values i...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780394714110
ISBN-10: 0394714113
Publication Date: 9/12/1975
Pages: 226
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Publisher: Vintage Books
Book Type: Paperback
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