Life In The Palace: Historic Asian Monarchies Series
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This intriguing documentary series takes viewers back to a time not long ago when much of the world was ruled by powerful monarchies. The viewer witnesses the daily goings-on in the palaces of 17th century China, Korea, and Japan, retold by experts in the politics and social life of the day. Using original documents and artwork, along with beautifully re-enacted scenes of public ritual and private life at the actual historic sites, viewers learn what went on behind palace gates during China’s Ming and Qing dynasties, Chosŏn-era Korea, and Japan's Tokugawa shōgunate in Edo.
