Chinese Mettle (1921)

By E.G. Kemp and Emily Georgiana Kemp

Book Overview

Chinese Mettle is a book written by Emily Georgiana Kemp and published in 1921. The book is a memoir of Kemp's experiences living in China during the early 20th century. Kemp was an Englishwoman who moved to China to work as a missionary, and her book provides a detailed account of her time there.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Kemp's life in China. Some of the topics covered include the Chinese language, customs and traditions, and the role of women in Chinese society. Kemp also writes about her experiences working with Chinese people, including her efforts to convert them to Christianity.Throughout the book, Kemp provides vivid descriptions of life in China, including the sights, sounds, and smells of the country. She also offers insights into the political and social issues of the time, including the Boxer Rebellion and the rise of nationalism in China.Overall, Chinese Mettle is a fascinating account of life in China during a tumultuous period in the country's history. Kemp's writing is engaging and insightful, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese culture and history.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: 1120175895
• ISBN13: 9781120175892
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"