vol.056：The Story of Yang Guifei：Great Beauty of China

These sources provide an extensive overview of Yang Yuhuan (Yang Guifei), one of the Four Great Beauties of ancient China, detailing her life, titles, and lineage. They meticulously trace her complex personal journey, beginning as the wife of Prince Shou (Li Mao), her brief period as a Taoist nun with the title Taizhen, and her ultimate elevation to Tang Xuanzong's favorite consort, the Guifei. A significant portion of the text addresses the controversy surrounding her death during the An Lushan Rebellion at Mawei Station, presenting multiple theories ranging from being hanged in a Buddhist temple to being killed by mutinying soldiers or even escaping to Japan. Finally, the sources document her influence, family's rise to power, and enduring legacy in poetry, drama, and film.