Shimin (also known as Tang Taizong), the greatest. amzn. Heavenly Khan Victor Cunrui Xiong This historical fiction is based on the true story of Li. westernmichu author of monographs, an encyclopedia, and two historical novels. While overall this may be an accurate portrayal of imperial court life, it makes for rather dull reading. Victor Cunrui Xiong VictorXiong professor of hist. The few maps included give this the feel of a dry historical text rather than a vibrant work of fiction. King Uija and his son Buyeo Yung were sent into exile in China while at least some of the ruling class fled to Japan. Heavenly Khan: A Biography of Emperor Tang Taizong (Li Shimin) Kindle Edition by Victor Cunrui Xiong (Author) Format: Kindle Edition 89 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle 9.99 Read with Our Free App Paperback 10.00 8 Used from 4.14 7 New from 10.00 2 Collectible from 9. The capital Sabi fell almost immediately thereafter, resulting in the annexation of Baekje by Silla. Seller Rating: Contact seller Book Used - Softcover Condition: VERY GOOD US 6.02 Convert currency Free shipping Within U.S.A. In addition there are some modern phrases in the dialogue (“I’ll go 50-50 with you”) that ring false in the historical context. A heavily outmanned army led by General Gyebaek was defeated in the Battle of Hwangsanbeol near Nonsan. Heavenly Khan: A Biography of Emperor Tang Taizong (Li Shimin) Victor Cunrui Xiong Published by Airiti Press, 2014 ISBN 10: 9866286665 ISBN 13: 9789866286667 Seller: Discover Books, Toledo, U.S.A. The pages are full of the quotidian edicts of the second Tang emperor, Li Shimin, many followed by reversals as advised by Wei Zheng and other counselors who continually recommend leniency and frugality. While there is some promise of excitement in the early struggles between the Li family (who eventually take power as the Tang) and the Sui forces, the description of these battles is supplanted by the details of daily life in the imperial Tang court. This fictional chronicle of the transition between the Sui and Tang dynasties in ancient China dwells on the minutiae of the court, producing a lackluster narrative.

Heavenly Khan by Victor Cunrui Xiong