With the Empress Dowager of China · Character
Buddha
The religious figure, mentioned in the context of Chinese religious rites.
minor
First appearance: xxix religious rites in china
Buddha shows up with force in IV: Her Majesty’s Throne-Room—Some Personal Characteristics. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A figure of Buddha is present in a small chapel off the Throne-Room, with offerings of flowers and fruit.
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In IV: Her Majesty’s Throne-Room—Some Personal Characteristics: A figure of Buddha is present in a small chapel off the Throne-Room, with offerings of flowers and fruit. Apples are also mentioned as being placed among…
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- Imperial Court Insiders
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
The narrative climax occurs here because the Empress Dowager’s personal authority and the political drama of t…
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