Old Buddha is a memoir written by Princess Der Ling, a Chinese princess who served as a lady-in-waiting to Empress Dowager Cixi during the Qing Dynasty. The book offers a unique perspective on the life and times of one of China's most powerful and controversial figures.Princess Der Ling's memoir provides an intimate look at the daily life and rituals of the imperial court, as well as insights into the political and social changes that were taking place in China at the time. She recounts her own experiences as a young girl growing up in the imperial palace, her education and training as a lady-in-waiting, and her interactions with the empress dowager and other members of the court.The book also delves into the complex relationships between the imperial family and the foreign powers that were exerting increasing influence over China during this period. Princess Der Ling describes the impact of the Boxer Rebellion, the rise of nationalism, and the eventual downfall of the Qing Dynasty.Overall, Old Buddha offers a fascinating glimpse into a world that has long since vanished, and provides a valuable historical perspective on one of the most important periods in Chinese history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.