China, During the War and Since the Peace; Volume 1

China, During the War and Since the Peace; Volume 1

John Francis Davis

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
ISBN:
9781144904324
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'China, During the War and Since the Peace, Volume 1' offers a detailed look at mid-19th century China through the eyes of John Francis Davis, a keen observer of the nation’s political, social, and economic landscape. This volume provides insights into Chinese society, customs, and the impact of Western interactions following the Opium War. Davis meticulously documents his experiences and observations, presenting a comprehensive view of China’s internal dynamics and its relationship with the outside world. Readers interested in the historical context of China’s development, its cultural nuances, and the early stages of its engagement with Western powers will find this volume invaluable. Davis’s work provides a unique window into a pivotal period in Chinese history, making it an essential resource for historians and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of China’s past.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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