Heavenly Kingdom

The War of God and Man in 19th-Century China

A failed examination candidate's apocalyptic vision sparks one of the deadliest conflicts in human history. Following repeated imperial rejections, Hong Xiuquan establishes a radical movement declaring himself the younger brother of Jesus Christ. Blending religious fervor with brutal political rebellion, his followers capture Nanjing and establish a heavenly regime that threatens the Qing dynasty. You will get a link to download the pdf. If you don't, please let me know.