Two Years in the Forbidden City
China Plus"Two Years in the Forbidden City" is a book written by Princess Der Ling, who was the renowned Lady-in-waiting to the Empress Dowager Cixi in the early 20th century. Though Empress Dowager Cixi is a household name, Der Ling's point of view offers a quite unique and surprisingly intimate portrayal of the Empress and Beijing's Imperial Palace in China's last feudal dynasty.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Category | Arts | ||||
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In this last chapter of "Two Years in the Forbidden City", Der Ling finally came to the conclusion that she could never go back to her country of origin.
This segment of the "Two Years in the Forbidden City", being one of the remaining chapters of the book, details how Cixi was worried about the ongoing war between Russia and Japan. A very proud Cixi confided to Der Ling, suggesting it was the only mi... more
On this episode of "Two Years in the Forbidden City"....During the celebrations of the Chinese New Year, Cixi was flattered and indulged in festivities with her people. The humorous and joyful lady was in sharp contrast to a quiet and gloomy emperor ... more
On this episode of "Two Years in the Forbidden City"...the hidden threat of on-going war between Japan and Russia was in the air, but deliberately played down by those that feared these uncertainties.
On this episode, let delve into Her Majesty's birthday celebration in great detail, which provided a rare chance for us to get familiar with the rituals and etiquette of the times.
Two celebrations were going on in the Imperial Palace: one was the traditional Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, and the other was an anniversary marking the start of the Manchu dynasty. Well woven into the detailed descri... more
This episode of "Two Years in the Forbidden City" will bring you part 2 of Chapter 13 "The Empress's Portrait" where The Empress Dowager Cixi had a go at the modern technology of photography.
On this episode of "Two Years in the Forbidden City"......Through an account of the emperor's birthday celebration we'll get a glimpse of how Emperor Kwang Hsu suppressed his curiosity toward western civilization and had to succumb to the power of Em... more
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Fascinating stories of life in the Forbidden City in the twilight of Dowager Empress Cixi’s reign. The author, Princess Der Ling, is well educated and meticulously observant about her time spent at court.
Audible5Dr. Mom
United States3 years ago- Fascinating stories of life in the Forbidden City
Fascinating stories of life in the Forbidden City in the twilight of Dowager Empress Cixi’s reign. The author, Princess Der Ling, is well educated and meticulously observant about her time spent at court.
Audible5Dr. MomUnited States3 years ago I liked this performance. The voice is smooth and soothing and makes the history feel as is it’s happening now as you listen.
Audible5JenUnited States3 years ago- Very nice voice
I liked this performance. The voice is smooth and soothing and makes the history feel as is it’s happening now as you listen.
Audible5JenUnited States3 years ago - Well-Presented
The content of the book is well-presented, through the narration it is as if we can go through the time tunnel and get a glimpse of what life was like back in Qing dynasty.
Apple Podcasts5Dream Achiever !
China6 years ago - Finally I found you!!!!!
I know some of the pieces of its Chinese version here and there. It takes me so long to search everywhere to listen to this story of cixi read by Man Ling. As soon as I heard the reader’s voice, I fell in love with her soft, peaceful but powerful voice! It is like she is reading her own story! I love it so much and thanks for reading!
Apple Podcasts5Fiona-shi
Canada6 years ago - One of my favorite apps
Well done and seamless reception. Nice content and it helps the world to understand the spirit of the Chinese. Highly recommended.
Apple Podcasts5Cissy XieUnited States7 years ago
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