The Breath Of The Dragon (1916)

By Abigail Hetzel Fitch

Book Overview

The Breath Of The Dragon is a novel written by A. H. Fitch and published in 1916. This book is set in China during the Boxer Rebellion of 1900 and tells the story of an American missionary named John Whittier, who finds himself caught up in the conflict between the Boxers and the foreign powers that are trying to suppress them. Whittier is a devout Christian who is dedicated to his work of spreading the gospel in China. However, when the Boxers begin to attack foreigners and Chinese Christians, he is forced to confront the reality of the violence and chaos that is engulfing the country. As the conflict intensifies, Whittier finds himself drawn into a web of political intrigue and personal danger. He becomes involved with a group of Chinese revolutionaries who are plotting to overthrow the Qing dynasty and establish a republic. The Breath Of The Dragon is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political upheaval set against the backdrop of one of the most turbulent periods in Chinese history. Fitch's vivid descriptions of the landscape, culture, and people of China bring the story to life and make it a fascinating read for anyone interested in history or international relations.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: 1163953172
• ISBN13: 9781163953174
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 458 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"