The first emperor of China
by Jonathan Clements · 2006
Popularity 8
Exposes the intrigues and scandals of Ying Zheng's family - his mother's plot to overthrow him, a revolt led by his stepfather, and the suspicious death of his half-brother. This book explores the immigration crisis that threatened to destroy his kingdom, and provides a glimpse of daily life in a land under absolute rule.
HistoryKings and rulersBiographyEmperorsChina, kings and rulersChina, history, 221 b.c.-960 a.d.Qin shi huang, emperor of china, 259 b.c-210 b.c.