The Death of Woman Wang MMP by Jonathan Spence
Rural Life in China in the Seventeenth Century
"The Death of Woman Wang MMP" is a historical narrative that vividly portrays 17th-century rural China, specifically the T'an-ch'eng county in Shantung province. The book focuses on the lives of ordinary people, their struggles, and the harsh realities they face, using the tragic story of a woman named Wang as the central narrative. It also provides a detailed account of the local judicial system and the role of the local historian, all of which are interwoven to create a comprehensive picture of the society and culture of the era.
The 3537th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1978
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 169
- Original Language
- English
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