Treason By The Book: Traitors, Conspirators and Guardians of an Emperor - Jonathan Spence - Books - Penguin Books Ltd - 9780141027791 - January 5, 2006
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Treason By The Book: Traitors, Conspirators and Guardians of an Emperor

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Treason By The Book: Traitors, Conspirators and Guardians of an Emperor

In 1728, a stranger handed a letter to Governor Yue calling on him to lead a rebellion against the Manchu rulers of China. Feigning agreement, he learnt the details of the plot and immediately informed the Emperor, Yongzheng. This title presents the story of the facts of bureaucratic power, of the mind of an Emperor, and of the uses of his mercy.

320 pages

Media Books     Paperback Book   (Book with soft cover and glued back)
Released January 5, 2006
ISBN13 9780141027791
Publishers Penguin Books Ltd
Pages 320
Dimensions 130 × 196 × 20 mm   ·   232 g
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