A Tale of Two Melons: Emperor and Subject in Ming China by Sarah Schneewind

A Tale of Two Melons: Emperor and Subject in Ming China

Sarah Schneewind

176 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

nonfiction history informative fast-paced
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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 engaging introduction to Ming society, culture, and politics, includin...

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