Legendary Tales of History's Ten Great Beauties

The Fifteen Legendary Beauties of Ancient Chinese History takes a fresh look at classical Chinese history through the lens of women. Through fifteen controversial female figures, it reveals the hidden folds of history obscured by traditional narratives. From Xi Shi, a "pawn of the state," to Wang Zhaojun, a "messenger of peace," from Diao Chan, a "secret piece on the board in troubled times," to Yang Yuhuan, caught up in the rise and fall of the High Tang, these women became participants in the transformations of their times, willingly or otherwise, amid the tide of history dominated by men.