Wu Zetian

A Graphic Novel

By: Queenie Chan

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Paperback | 1 October 2019

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Paperback
42 Pages

Age
13 - 15

Grade
8 - 10

Dimensions(cm)
21 x 15 x 0.5

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$18.17

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In the second of this "Women Who Were Kings" series, we chart the life of Wu Zhao--post-humously named Wu Zetian--China's only female Emperor. Born a commoner, she was a concubine to two generations of Emperors before finally seizing the throne after her husband's death.

Her remarkable ascent and political acumen is told in this story, along with her economic, cultural, and military achievements which brought decades of prosperity to Tang Dynasty China. How did such a low-born woman seize the reins of such a great Empire? What is her story?

Produced for a 2019 Masters thesis for Macquarie University (please read the written thesis on the author's website), this is lavishly illustrated, and contains footnotes and a bibliography. This graphic novel biography is suited for anyone with an interest in women rulers in Imperial China. For Ages 10+.

Industry Reviews

"In true Chan style, the artwork is amazing and so expressive in the faces of each character. However, the part I really love is the list of references included in the back of the books PLUS a full set of footnotes and artistic sources on Chan's website. The storytelling is well-researched and presented for kids aged 10 years and over, with great detail into the sociological environment at the time. An excellent starting point for younger kids looking at specific historical figures."

Ann-Marie Cahill - Bookriot.com

"Love, love, love, Wu Zetian! I majored in east Asian history long ago and clearly remember the glories of the Tang Dynasty, but Empress Wu fell under the radar! No Longer! What a tour de force to follow Hatshepsut."

Victor Davidson, Teacher-Librarian at Birrong Girls High

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