The Passing Of The Manchus (1912)

By Percy Horace Kent

Book Overview

The Passing of the Manchus is a historical book written by Percy Horace Braund Kent in 1912. The book is about the fall of the Qing Dynasty and the end of Manchu rule in China. The author provides a detailed account of the events that led to the downfall of the Manchus, including the Boxer Rebellion, the Opium Wars, and the Sino-Japanese War. Kent also discusses the role of Sun Yat-sen and other revolutionaries in the overthrow of the Manchu government. The book is based on extensive research and primary sources, including interviews with key figures involved in the events. The Passing of the Manchus is an important historical work that sheds light on a pivotal moment in Chinese 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: 1120912571
• ISBN13: 9781120912572
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 460 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"