Isbn: 9781333774592 - an authentic account of an embassy from the king of great britain to the emperor of china, vol. 2 of 2: including cursory observations made, and ... empire, and a small part of chinese tartary (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book details the British Embassy's extraordinary 1793 journey to Peking, offering a rare glimpse into China during the final years of the Qing Dynasty. The meticulously composed narrative chronicles theä è¡s progress up the winding Peiho River and through the Chinese countryside, providing rich descriptions of regional culture and landscape. The account is framed within the broader context of 18th-century British diplomacy, with particular attention to the East India Company's commercial interests in the region. The author also explores the cultural and political dynamics that played out between British diplomats and the Chinese court during this crucial historical period, adding further depth to the narrative and showcasing the author's deep understanding of Sino-British relations. As this book showcases, this journey would ultimately prove a turning point in the two nation's relationship, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of diplomacy and cross-cultural exchange. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…