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A Tale of Two Melons

- Emperor and Subject in Ming China

About A Tale of Two Melons

A commoner's presentation to the emperor of a lucky omen from his garden, the repercussions for his family, and several retellings of the incident provide the background for an introduction to Ming society, culture, and politics, including discussions of the founding of the Ming dynasty.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780872208247
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 176
  • Published:
  • September 13, 2006
  • Dimensions:
  • 141x216x35 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 184 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: January 29, 2025

Description of A Tale of Two Melons

A commoner's presentation to the emperor of a lucky omen from his garden, the repercussions for his family, and several retellings of the incident provide the background for an introduction to Ming society, culture, and politics, including discussions of the founding of the Ming dynasty.

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