How the snake evolved from a revered symbol of worship to a figure of fear and evil in ancient Chinese culture
China’s adherence to the 12-year zodiac cycle is known around the world. What might be more surprising is that the West’s astrological signs have als…
Ancient scholars and ministers used all forms of scathing rhetoric to refute, persuade, and influence—sometimes to disastrous ends
How the pursuit of eternal life shaped politics, culture, and fate in ancient China
Unequal or nonexistent laws left women in ancient China who faced abuse with very few options
Facing an increasingly competitive job market, the battle to enter China’s civil service seems more ruthless than ever—though it’s really the continu…
Long believed to be a myth, Chinese jade burial suits symbolized ancient nobles’ pursuit of eternal life
Colorado’s burgeoning 19th century Chinese communities were destroyed by racist legislation and riots. Now, the state is finally coming to terms with…
A look back on China’s attempts to end imperial rule through political assassinations
Forget Mulan—ancient China’s most successful female military commander went undefeated in battle and earned honors for over 50 years
Wen Ting, the great-granddaughter of Republican Era-poet Wen Yiduo, talks about her great-grandfather’s cultural and emotional legacy
A history of Chinese marriage ads, from newspaper columns to matchmaking TV shows and mobile dating apps
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