The Bells of the Blue Pagoda

By Jean Carter Cochran

Book Overview

The Bells of the Blue Pagoda is a memoir written by Jean Carter Cochran in 1922. The book tells the story of her time spent in China during the early 20th century, where she met a Chinese doctor named Dr. Wu Lien-Teh. The book explores their relationship and the cultural differences they faced as Cochran tried to understand the Chinese way of life. Dr. Wu Lien-Teh was a renowned physician in China, known for his work in combating the pneumonic plague outbreak in Manchuria. Cochran was fascinated by his work and sought to learn more about him and his culture. The book provides a glimpse into Chinese society during this time, including the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the people.Cochran's writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a picture of the bustling cities and serene countryside of China. She also delves into the complexities of the Chinese language and the challenges she faced in learning it. The Bells of the Blue Pagoda is a unique and insightful account of a Westerner's experience in China during a time of great change. It offers a fascinating perspective on the cultural exchange between East and West and the enchantment that can arise from learning about a different way of life.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: 116409498X
• ISBN13: 9781164094982
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"