As Anshi's inner-dialogue relates the jealousy she felt and the punishment she dealt him for hurting her, the guilt she feels now is overwhelming. Still, the actions she takes are as inexcusable ...

Once Anshi’s question is answered, The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Episode 9 focuses on her as she remembers what brought her into the Emperor’s favor and her experiences afterward. It ...

Wang Anshi was not the type to compromise - getting other people on side was not his style. But added to that, it would have been dangerous to be seen building a faction.

Wang Anshi retired in 1076, depressed by demotion and the death of his son. He spent the final years of his life writing poetry. In the 20th Century some communists hailed him as an early socialist.