Canton And The Bogue: The Narrative Of An Eventful Six Months In China (1875)

By Walter William Mundy

Book Overview

Canton and the Bogue is a historical book written by Walter William Mundy in 1875. The book is a first-hand account of Mundy's six-month stay in China during the 19th century. The narrative is centered around the events that took place in Canton and the Bogue, two important cities in China during that time.Mundy's account provides a detailed description of the social, cultural, and political climate in China during the 19th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the opium trade, the Chinese government, and the British colonial presence in China.The book is written in a narrative style, with Mundy describing his experiences and observations in a vivid and engaging manner. He provides insights into the daily life of the Chinese people, their customs, and traditions. He also describes the various challenges he faced during his stay in China, including language barriers, cultural differences, and political tensions.Overall, Canton and the Bogue is a fascinating historical account of China during the 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the country's culture, politics, and society during a time of significant change and upheaval. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese history and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165341859
• ISBN13: 9781165341856
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"