The Northern Song Dynasty: A History of China
PART TWOBy Hui Wang
Length9h 44m
About this audiobook
The Northern Song Dynasty: A History of China, Part Two plunges you into a world of emperors, reformers, and powerful women who shaped an empire’s fate. From Emperor Zhenzong’s court to the commanding regency of Empress Liu—clever, forceful, and morally complex—the story reveals how she and figures like Empress Cao steered the dynasty through turmoil and succession struggles. Beyond the palace, the rise of Western Xia tested the empire’s borders, while generals like Di Qing and reformers like Fan Zhongyan fought for honor and integrity. Later, Emperor Shenzong and Wang Anshi’s bold New Policies ignited fierce debate with Sima Guang, pitting innovation against tradition. Through war, reform, and intrigue, this book brings to life the courage, ambition, and ideals that defined the Northern Song’s remarkable age.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory, Biography and Memoir
Length9 hrs 44 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 15, 2025
LanguageEnglish
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