From Emperor to Citizen: The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi

The book is in good condition with a hardcover binding and a dust jacket showing slight wear and minor edge wear. The pages are clean and intact, with no inscriptions or library markings. The binding remains tight, ensuring durability for future readings.

"From Emperor to Citizen: The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi" is an insightful account published by Foreign Languages Press in Peking, 1983. This second printing of the autobiography provides a rare glimpse into the life of the last Emperor of China, Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi. The book is translated by W. J. F. Jenner and offers a detailed narrative of Pu Yi's life from his early days as an emperor to his later years as an ordinary citizen. This edition is notable for its historical significance and the unique perspective it offers on the transformation of Chinese society. The book is bound in a hardcover format with a dust jacket showing minor wear, indicative of its age and preservation. This edition is a valuable addition for collectors interested in Chinese history and autobiographies.