Historical Fiction
The Porcelain Coast
A tale of treachery, intrigue, and beauty in the reign of China's Qianlong Emperor
The sun was setting over the rolling hills of the Chinese countryside, casting a warm orange glow over the sprawling porcelain workshops of Jingdezhen. The year was 1765, and the Qing dynasty was in its prime under the wise and powerful reign of Emperor Qianlong. Amidst the bustling streets, artisans toiled day and night to create the finest ceramics, seeking to outdo one another in their quest for mastery.Amidst the fervor, a mysterious Dutch trader named Leopold Nolthenius stood out from the crowd.
By: Dickens & Co
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Submitted: 20/06/2024
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611 Words