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Justice for Snakes: The Real Story of the Most Misunderstood Zodiac Animal
How the snake evolved from a revered symbol of worship to a figure of fear and evil in ancient Chinese culture
Elixirs of Power: Chinese Emperors’ Quest for Immortality
How the pursuit of eternal life shaped politics, culture, and fate in ancient China
How Women in Ancient China Endured and Resisted Domestic Violence
Unequal or nonexistent laws left women in ancient China who faced abuse with very few options
Clothed in Jade and Gold: The Ancient Dream of Immortality
Long believed to be a myth, Chinese jade burial suits symbolized ancient nobles’ pursuit of eternal life
Bullets of Revolution: A Brief History of Political Assassinations in China
A look back on China’s attempts to end imperial rule through political assassinations
Cold Fashion: How Ancient Chinese Kept Warm in Winter
From paper and straw to fur coats...this is what ancient Chinese wore to keep themselves warm in winter
How a Patriotic Organization Evolved Into a Martial Arts Icon
Because of the popularity of films based on the martial artist’s life story, few can really distinguish the actual history of Huo Yuanjia from fictionalized adaptations
Speaking Ill: How Ancient Chinese Talked About Sickness
From denoting various levels of illness to the “Gods of Plague,” 疒 is a radical you need to know in sickness or health
The Relic Hunter: One Man’s Race to Save China’s Old Cultural Landscapes
Amateur conservationist Yang Fan has explored thousands of little-known historic sites in China, while trying to raise awareness for the need to protect these treasures before they disappear
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