Notable Women of China: Shang Dynasty to the Early Twentieth Century

A valuable and unique one-volume reference, Notable Women of China provides 89 in-depth biographies of important Chinese women from the fifth century B.C.E. to the early twentieth century. This collaborative effort of nearly 100 Chinese scholars teaching and doing research all over the world incorporates carefully selected material from primary sources. The biographies reflect achievements of Chinese women in poetry, literature, painting, music, dancing, painting, calligraphy, medicine, science, politics, military leadership, diplomacy, religion, family, and community life. Each entry contains data on birth, parentage, education, marital status, children, and significant contributions. Additional sources, both Chinese and English, are also included.