02084cam a22003013u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000190011324500170013224600180014926400510016730000470021833600260026533700260029133800360031750000310035352012250038453400450160965300680165485600430172299900170176523951UtSlPG20260610133541.0mcr n260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7azh2iso639-1 4aDS1 aLiu, Xin,d-2310a西京雜記1 aXi Jing Za Ji 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2007  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2007-12-21  a"西京雜記" by Xin Liu is a historical account written likely during the late 19th century. This work reflects on the Han dynasty's court life, politics, culture, and society, providing intricate details about various figures, customs, and traditions of the time. The narrative likely contains a blend of historical facts and fictionalized anecdotes that together illustrate the grandeur and the complexities of imperial life.  The opening portion of the text paints a vivid picture of the opulence surrounding Han dynasty palaces, beginning with descriptions of architectural marvels, such as the Weiyang Palace and the Kunming Pool. It details the layout and design of the imperial complexes, the gardens, and the various ceremonies and festivals held within these spaces. Additionally, it introduces significant characters, including emperors, empresses, and officials, offering insights into their roles and relationships within the imperial court. The narrative captures the political intrigues, the lavish lifestyles, and the cultural practices of the elite, setting the stage for a more profound exploration of the dynamics of power and privilege in ancient China. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aChina -- History -- Han dynasty, 202 B.C.-220 A.D. -- Anecdotes40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23951  c64967d64967