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Li Hung Chang's Scrap Book (1913)

Li Hung Chang's Scrap Book (1913)

Li, Hung Chang

Paperback

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesChinese History

ISBN10: 1164202375
ISBN13: 9781164202370
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 486
Weight: 1.42
Height: 0.98 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Li Hung Chang's Scrap Book is a fascinating historical document that provides insight into the life and times of one of China's most influential statesmen. Li Hung Chang was a prominent figure in the late Qing dynasty, serving as a diplomat, general, and politician. He was involved in some of the most significant events of his era, including negotiations with foreign powers, the Boxer Rebellion, and the establishment of the Republic of China.This book is a collection of Li Hung Chang's personal writings and correspondence, compiled and edited by his son, Liang Ch'i-ch'ao. It includes letters to and from prominent figures such as Queen Victoria, Theodore Roosevelt, and Sun Yat-sen, as well as personal reflections on Li's life and career. The scrapbook also includes photographs, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera that provide a vivid picture of the political and social climate of the time.Throughout the book, Li Hung Chang's voice comes through clearly, offering a unique perspective on the tumultuous events of his era. His writings reveal a complex and nuanced figure, deeply committed to China's modernization but also grappling with the challenges of balancing traditional Chinese values with the demands of a rapidly changing world. Overall, Li Hung Chang's Scrap Book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Chinese history, diplomacy, and 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.

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