From EMPEROR to CITIZEN ~ Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi. AutoBio Vol 1. HbDj UNread in MELB

Description: Vol. One; Last Emperor Of China, And Later Puppet Emperor Of 'manchukuo', Japanese Imperialism's Pseudo-state In China's Northeast.With many black ad white photos on coated paper. Translated by W. J. F. Jenner.The story of the eldest son of the Prince Chun. Born into a royal household, he was involved in an unsuccessful attempt to restore the monarchy and consequently spent time in a prison ('re-education') camp. He was eventually pardoned and because an 'ordinary citizen.' English Language translation of: Wo ti chʻien pan sheng. From the Dustjacket: From Emperor to Citizen is the autobiography of the man who was the last emperor of China and later, puppet emperor of "Manchukuo", Japanese imperialism's pseudo-state in China's Northeast. In Volume One the author gives a vivid picture of the last, decadent days of the Ching court. He reveals how, after the overthrow of the dynasty, he and other feudal forces plotted with foreign powers to restore the monarchy, and how he became the Japanese imperialists' puppet. In Volume Two Pu Yi describes his life as "Emperor of Manchukuo" and tells how he came into the hands of the Chinese people's government. He gives a lively account of his remoulding through labour and study in prisons for war criminals, relating how his thinking changed. The final chapter tells about his new life after his pardon as an ordinary citizen of People's China.Very Interesting read!Marvellous Reading! WHY do ebayers buy from US?Because you KNOW what you're getting. My close up photos are of the actual item & form part of my description!! POSTAGE IS $12.90 WITHIN AUSTRALIAWe pack your books with care - using secure, lightweight, waterproof packaging to ensure that they are well protected in transit.*All items will be shipped within 3 business days of receipt of payment. Payment can be made by Direct Deposit Bank Transfer or Paypal. Check out my other items- *Buyer to make contact within 3 days of auction end and payment within 5 days. *Cash on pick up is fine. *Bank deposit & PAYPAL available. *Any questions? Just ask! Please look for my other items in our new Ebay Store 'Jingle Bells Books' ~ as there are lots & lots of old, RARE and COLLECTABLE BOOKS to be cleared from our bookshelves. We're new retirees downsizing from 30+ years teaching & clearing an 80 year, 3 generation private family collection of often valuable books ! *HAPPY TO COMBINE POSTAGE up to 3kilos of BOOKS can post WITHIN Australia for $16.90! THANKS FOR DROPPING BY

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