Sons of Heaven: Family and Dynasty in Ming China - Hardcover

$35.00

Sons of Heaven: Family and Dynasty in Ming China - Hardcover

Name: Sons of Heaven: Family and Dynasty in Ming China - Hardcover
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SKU: 9781836391760
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by Craig Clunas

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by Craig Clunas (Author)

Inside the lives, scandals, and splendor of Ming China's imperial ruling family.

Sons of Heaven is the first accessible, newly researched account in English of the imperial family who ruled Ming China (1368-1644), one of the country's most dynamic and influential eras. Beginning with a fresh look at what a dynasty really was, the book follows the lives of emperors, empresses, relatives, and those who came into the imperial orbit. Uniquely drawing from official and unofficial Chinese primary sources, including gossip-rich "wild histories," it presents a more intimate, complex picture of court life--its politics, personalities, and pleasures. Moving beyond stereotypes, the book highlights the power, intrigue, and humanity of Ming rule. Richly illustrated with period art that brings the imperial world to life, this book is a compelling portrait of dynasty as lived reality.

Author Biography

Craig Clunas is professor emeritus of the history of art at the University of Oxford and a fellow of the British Academy. His many books include Screen of Kings: Royal Art and Power in Ming China, also published by Reaktion Books.

Number of Pages: 336

Dimensions: 0.99 x 9.2 x 6.54 IN

Publication Date: June 05, 2026

ISBN	9781836391760
Author	Craig Clunas
Publisher	Reaktion Books
Genre	History
Format	Hardcover
Published	June 2026
Language	ENG- English
Pages	336
Weight	1.0 lb
Target Audience	Adults
Print Size	Standard Print