A Cycle Of Cathay

A Cycle Of Cathay

William Alexander Parsons Martin

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
ISBN:
9781436723787
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A Cycle of Cathay is a travelogue written by William Alexander Parsons Martin, an American physician and missionary who spent over 50 years in China. The book details his travels through both southern and northern China, exploring the culture, history, and landscape of the country. Martin provides personal anecdotes and reminiscences of his experiences, giving readers a unique insight into the daily life of Chinese people at the end of the 19th century. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Chinese life, such as religion, politics, and education. Martin’s writing is descriptive and engaging, painting a vivid picture of the people and places he encountered on his travels. A Cycle of Cathay is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Chinese history and culture, or for those who enjoy travel writing.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.

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