Introduction: A Monarch Walks Among MenIn 1997, Chinese television screens witnessed a revolutionary blend of history and social commentary through Kangxi Incognito Travels (康熙微服私访记), starring Zhang Guoli and Deng Jie. This 30-episode series reimagined Emperor Kangxi’s reign (1661-1722) through a groundbreaking narrative device – the ruler disguising himself as a commoner to investigate corruption. More […]
