The Western Han Dynasty: A History of China
Hui Wang
The Western Han Dynasty: A History of China, PART THREE takes you on a journey through ambition, betrayal, war, and the struggle for power. From Emperor Yuan’s court to the dynasty’s fall and rebirth under Liu Xiu, this book brings to life the rulers, rebels, and visionaries who shaped one of China’s most fascinating eras.
Inside the imperial palace, love and power intertwined. Figures like Zhao Feiyan, a dancer turned empress, and the “Cut-Sleeve Emperor,” whose personal life left a historic mark, rose to prominence. Meanwhile, political schemes brewed. Wang Mang, a seemingly noble reformer, seized the throne, triggering chaos, rebellion, and his own dramatic downfall.
Beyond the palace, Han power extended through diplomacy and war. General Chen Tang’s bold campaign proved Han’s far-reaching influence. Meanwhile, Wang Zhaojun, sent to marry a Xiongnu chieftain, sacrificed her status to bring peace beyond the Great Wall.
As the empire crumbled, Liu Xiu waited. Patient and strategic, he seized the moment to lead a rebellion that restored the Han Dynasty. His rise marked the climax of this era of transformation.
This is more than history—it’s a saga of power, betrayal, sacrifice, and resilience. If you love epic tales of real-life intrigue and legacy, this book will draw you deep into the Western Han's dramatic rise, fall, and rebirth.
Duration - 9h 36m.
Author - Hui Wang.
Narrator - Alex Morgan.
Published Date - Thursday, 02 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Hui Wang ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
The Western Han Dynasty: A History of China, PART THREE takes you on a journey through ambition, betrayal, war, and the struggle for power. From Emperor Yuan’s court to the dynasty’s fall and rebirth under Liu Xiu, this book brings to life the rulers, rebels, and visionaries who shaped one of China’s most fascinating eras. Inside the imperial palace, love and power intertwined. Figures like Zhao Feiyan, a dancer turned empress, and the “Cut-Sleeve Emperor,” whose personal life left a historic mark, rose to prominence. Meanwhile, political schemes brewed. Wang Mang, a seemingly noble reformer, seized the throne, triggering chaos, rebellion, and his own dramatic downfall. Beyond the palace, Han power extended through diplomacy and war. General Chen Tang’s bold campaign proved Han’s far-reaching influence. Meanwhile, Wang Zhaojun, sent to marry a Xiongnu chieftain, sacrificed her status to bring peace beyond the Great Wall. As the empire crumbled, Liu Xiu waited. Patient and strategic, he seized the moment to lead a rebellion that restored the Han Dynasty. His rise marked the climax of this era of transformation. This is more than history—it’s a saga of power, betrayal, sacrifice, and resilience. If you love epic tales of real-life intrigue and legacy, this book will draw you deep into the Western Han's dramatic rise, fall, and rebirth. Duration - 9h 36m. Author - Hui Wang. Narrator - Alex Morgan. Published Date - Thursday, 02 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Hui Wang ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:08
Front Matter
Duration:00:03:08
Chapter 1: Emperor Yuan's Empress
Duration:00:29:02
Chapter 2: No Matter How Far, Justice Will Be Served
Duration:00:34:07
Chapter 3: Wang Zhaojun’s Journey Beyond the Great Wall
Duration:00:34:09
Chapter 4: The Rise of Emperor Cheng
Duration:00:32:27
Chapter 5: Zhao Feiyan From Dancer to Empress
Duration:00:29:54
Chapter 6: The Sparrow Devours the Imperial Heirs
Duration:00:33:25
Chapter 7: Wang Mang’s Rise to Power
Duration:00:29:42
Chapter 8: The Political Ambitions of Grand Empress Dowager Fu
Duration:00:28:35
Chapter 9: The Cut-Sleeve Emperor
Duration:00:35:10
Chapter 10: Wang Mang From Exile to Supreme Power
Duration:00:28:23
Chapter 11: The Reborn Duke of Zhou
Duration:00:33:30
Chapter 12: The False Emperor
Duration:00:30:39
Chapter 13: The Usurpation of Han by Wang Mang
Duration:00:32:41
Chapter 14: Wang Mang's Doomed Reforms
Duration:00:34:33
Chapter 15: The Fall of Wang Mang
Duration:00:29:41
Chapter 16: Liu Xiu Rises in Rebellion
Duration:00:34:29
Chapter 17: Liu Xiu’s Patience
Duration:00:30:17
Chapter 18: Establishing a Foothold in Hebei
Duration:00:31:50
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:13