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181. The Dragon Empress: China’s Game of Thrones
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The Origins of Empress Wuzetian: A Timber Merchant's Daughter
This chapter explores the early life of Empress Wuzetian, focusing on her upbringing as the daughter of prosperous timber merchants during the Tang Dynasty's rise in 624 AD China. It connects her personal history with the broader historical events of the period, including the spiritual journey of Xuanzang amidst civil unrest.
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