A Narrative Of The British Embassy To China In The Years 1792 1793 And 1794 Containing The Various Circumstances Of The Embassy With Accounts Of Customs A

This is a fascinating firsthand account of the first British embassy to China led by Lord Macartney in the late 18th century. Aeneas Anderson provides detailed descriptions of the customs culture and architecture of China as well as the challenges and successes of the diplomatic mission. This book is a valuable primary source for anyone interested in the history of SinoWestern relations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of ci