Women in Tang China

by Bret Hinsch

Book Overview

This important book provides the first comprehensive survey of women in China during the Sui and Tang dynasties from the sixth through tenth centuries CE. Bret Hinsch provides rich insight into female life in the medieval era, ranging from political power, wealth, and work to family, religious roles, and virtues. He explores women's lived experiences but also delves into the subjective side of their emotional life and the ideals they pursued. Deeply...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538159031
• ISBN13: 9781538159033
• Release Date: August 2022
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"