Two Years in the Forbidden City
“Two Years in the Forbidden City” is authored by Princess Der Ling, offering readers an insider’s account of life within China’s Qing Dynasty imperial court. Der Ling recounts her personal experiences and observations during her time serving at the court, focusing on figures such as Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu.
About This Ebook
Princess Der Ling’s “Two Years in the Forbidden City” serves as both memoir and historical document, detailing the intricacies of court life during the late Qing Dynasty. The book provides a vivid portrayal of daily routines, ceremonial practices, and the political climate of the era. With her Western upbringing and keen perspective, Der Ling highlights the complex dynamics among royal family members and court officials, alongside the cultural exchanges between East and West occurring at the time. This work offers invaluable insights into the declining days of imperial China through the eyes of someone who was both participant and observer.