Episode 3
With the death of her son in 1875, Cixi adopts the three-year-old son of her sister and names him Emperor, thus orchestrating her return to power.
Jung Chang's biography of this remarkable 19th century stateswoman continues. Following the death of her son, Emperor Tongzhi, in 1875, Cixi adopted the three year old son of her sister and named him the new Emperor. This saw her return to power as the Empress Dowager and she continued to push through her reforms.
Read by Pik-Sen Lim
Abridged by Sara Davies
Produced by Gemma Jenkins.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Author | Jung Chang |
| Abridger | Sara Davies |
| Reader | Pik Sen Lim |
| Producer | Gemma Jenkins |
Broadcasts
Wed 25 Sep 201309:45BBC Radio 4 FM- Thu 26 Sep 201300:30BBC Radio 4
- Wed 12 Sep 201814:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Thu 13 Sep 201802:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
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