After rising to the pinnacle of power under Emperor Qianlong, the notoriously corrupt official Heshen ultimately faced his …
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HistoryEditor's Pick
The Downfall of Heshen, One of the Most Corrupt Chinese Officials to Ever Live (Part 1)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe tale of Heshen, remembered for being one of the richest men in history as well as one …
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In the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, Tang Yingzeng, who was from Pizhou, was exceptionally skilled at …
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In the ninth year of Emperor Kangxi’s reign, the highly ranked court scholar Sun Qizhan, who served as …
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Wisdom
Turning Waste Into Wealth: The Inspiring Story of a Qing Dynasty Pear Paste Shop
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisAt the end of the Qing Dynasty (1636 – 1912), a pear paste candy store thrived in Shanghai. …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Diligence and Discipline: The Hallmarks of Emperor Yongzheng’s Rule
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisMost Qing emperors were renowned for their diligent governance, with Yongzheng standing out as a particularly exceptional ruler. …
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MysteriesFeatured
Historical Plague Survival: The Oberammergau Story and the Dongguang County Mystery
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisPlagues have the power to topple the mightiest empires and disband the strongest armies. Seemingly impartial and ruthless, …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Lifesaving Compassion: Lady Yan’s Kindness in Crisis and Its Role in Her Son’s Rise
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn a time where strict adherence to protocol was the norm in the Qing Dynasty, Lady Yan, the …
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In ancient times, an emperor’s selection of a successor was a matter of paramount importance, a decision that …
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During the Qing Dynasty, a family with the last name of Wang were in despair after losing nine …