Women Shall Not Rule: Imperial Wives and Concubines in China from Han to Liao - Paperback

by Keith McMahon (Author)

Keith McMahon draws upon decades of research to describe polygamous emperors and women rulers throughout Chinese history. Displaying rare historical breadth, his lively and fascinating study will be invaluable as a comprehensive and authoritative resource for all readers interested in the domestic life of royal palaces.

Author Biography

Keith McMahon is professor in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Kansas.