Imperial Woman, A Novel
by Pearl S. Buck
Publisher: The John Day Company, New York
Copyright 1956 by Pearl S Buck
Manufactured in the USA
NOTE: There is an ex libris sticker on the front cover page, “Ex Libris, Jean and William Greene”
"Imperial Woman" by Pearl S. Buck is a historical novel that tells the epic story of Tzu Hsi, the powerful and controversial Empress Dowager of China. The narrative spans Tzu Hsi's life, from her entry into the imperial court as a concubine to her rise to become the de facto ruler of China for nearly half a century. Buck portrays Tzu Hsi as a complex and ambitious figure, navigating the intricate politics of the Qing dynasty, facing internal rebellions, and confronting the challenges of foreign intervention. The novel offers a sweeping panorama of Chinese history during a period of immense change and upheaval, seen through the eyes of a woman who wielded extraordinary power.
Pearl S. Buck was an American writer and novelist, renowned for her works that explored Chinese culture and society. Her achievements include winning the Nobel Prize in Literature and the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. Buck's novels, including "The Good Earth" and "Imperial Woman," provided Western readers with a deeper understanding of Chinese life, traditions, and social issues. Her writing was characterized by its empathetic portrayals of characters, its vivid descriptions of Chinese landscapes and customs, and its advocacy for social justice and cross-cultural understanding. Buck's literary contributions played a significant role in bridging cultural divides and fostering greater awareness of China in the Western world.
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