fem-tech.siteThe first female emperor in Chinese history.
Hello everyone, it's a perfect day for reading as it's raining. Normally, I would hear the sound of birds from my garden, but today it's the pitter-patter of raindrops.
Now, in our recent Femtech series, let's delve deep into the infamous villainess, Wu Zetian.
She was a highly intelligent and skilled manipulator, employing various tactics to maintain control. With the emergence of figures like Wu Zetian, we have an opportunity to learn about independent thinking as women.
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Wu Zetian was born in 624 in the Tang Dynasty of China. At the age of 14, she became the concubine of Emperor Taizong, bearing him two sons. After the death of Emperor Taizong, Wu Zetian supported her son Li Zhi to become emperor and seized power herself. She took the title of "Empress Regnant" and became the first and only female emperor in Chinese history in 690.
Wu Zetian was one of the most powerful women in Chinese history. She was a skilled politician and strategist, bringing prosperity to the Tang Dynasty. She also became a patron of arts and culture, ushering in a golden age for the Tang Dynasty.
Her achievements include:
1. Prosperity of the Tang Dynasty: Wu Zetian reformed the political system of the Tang Dynasty and revitalized the economy. She ordered the construction of the Grand Canal, improving transportation and trade in China.
2. Patronage of arts and culture: Wu Zetian became a patron of arts and culture, constructing many temples and schools. She also wrote numerous poems and songs, promoting the cultural flourishing of the Tang Dynasty.
3. First female emperor: Wu Zetian became the first female emperor in China and contributed to the advancement of women's rights. She appointed many women to high government positions, contributing to the social progress of women.
Her strategies included:
1. Strategies for winning power struggles: Wu Zetian excelled in power struggles and was able to eliminate many rivals. She garnered support from various people, enabling her to maintain her power.
2. Strategies for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty: Wu Zetian had excellent strategies for fostering the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty. She reformed the political system, revitalized the economy, and strengthened the military.
3. Strategies for promoting arts and culture: Wu Zetian had effective strategies for promoting arts and culture. She constructed temples and schools, and her own literary works contributed to the promotion of Tang Dynasty's culture.
4. Strategies for advancing women's rights: Wu Zetian had strategies to contribute to the advancement of women's rights. She appointed many women to high government positions, fostering the social progress of women and increasing awareness and interest in women's roles in politics and society.
Wu Zetian's remarkable abilities and political acumen stabilized the country and resolved domestic and foreign issues. Although she had a controversial reputation, she possessed a broad perspective and wisdom.
Information about Wu Zetian's reign and the advancement of women's social status can be obtained from the following historical books and academic sources:
"Old Book of Tang" (or "New Book of Tang") - 『旧唐書』（または『新唐書』）
"Comprehensive Mirror in Aid of Governance" - 『資治通鑑』
Research papers and academic journals in the field of history - 歴史学の研究論文や学術誌
Note: The English translations provided here are the titles of the sources mentioned in Japanese. In English, these sources are commonly referred to as "Old Book of Tang," "New Book of Tang," and "Comprehensive Mirror in Aid of Governance."