Intimate China. The Chinese as I Have Seen Them

By Alicia Little and Archibald Little

Book Overview

Intimate China: The Chinese As I Have Seen Them (1899) is a book written by Mrs. Archibald Little, an English woman who lived in China for over twenty years. The book is a collection of her observations, experiences, and impressions of the Chinese people and their culture. Mrs. Little writes about the Chinese people's customs, beliefs, and traditions, as well as their daily lives, social structure, and political system. She also discusses the impact of Western influence on China, including the Opium Wars and the Boxer Rebellion. The book provides a unique insight into China during the late 19th century, a time of great change and upheaval. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese history and culture, as well as for those who want to understand the complex relationship between China and the West.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: 1165552159
• ISBN13: 9781165552153
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 632 Pages
• Weight: 2.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"