Woodrow Wilson's China Policy: 1913-1917

By Tien Yi Li

Book Overview

Woodrow Wilson's China Policy: 1913-1917 is a comprehensive study of the diplomatic relationship between the United States and China during the presidency of Woodrow Wilson. Written by Tien Yi Li, an eminent scholar of international relations, the book examines the complex and often turbulent interactions between the two nations during a critical period in world history.The book begins by providing an overview of the historical context in which Wilson's China policy was formulated, including the Boxer Rebellion, the Open Door Policy, and the emergence of Japan as a major regional power. It then delves into the key events and decisions that shaped Wilson's approach to China, including the negotiations over the Shandong Peninsula and the establishment of the Chinese Republic.Throughout the book, Li explores the various factors that influenced Wilson's China policy, including his personal beliefs, his administration's priorities, and the broader geopolitical context of the time. She also examines the role of key actors in the policy-making process, such as Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan and Ambassador Paul Reinsch.Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and archival materials, Woodrow Wilson's China Policy: 1913-1917 provides a nuanced and detailed account of one of the most significant periods in the history of U.S.-China relations. It will be of interest to scholars and students of international relations, diplomatic history, and East Asian studies, as well as to anyone interested in the complex dynamics of global politics.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258446928
• ISBN13: 9781258446925
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"