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Episode 2
Jung Chang's biography of one woman's remarkable rise to power in 19th century China continues. Cixi forms an important political alliance and launches a palace coup.
Read by Pik-Sen Lim
Abridged by Sara Davies
Produced by Gemma Jenkins.
Last on
Wed 12 Sep 201802:45
BBC Radio 4 Extra
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Pik Sen Lim |
| Producer | Gemma Jenkins |
| Abridger | Sara Davies |
| Author | Jung Chang |
Broadcasts
Tue 24 Sep 201309:45BBC Radio 4 FM- Wed 25 Sep 201300:30BBC Radio 4
- Tue 11 Sep 201814:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Wed 12 Sep 201802:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
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