Bøker av John Macgowan

In this fascinating travelogue, John Macgowan shares his experiences traveling throughout southern China in the 19th century. The book offers a vivid portrait of the people, culture, and landscapes of a region that was largely unknown to Western audiences at the time. Macgowan's keen observations and rich descriptions make this a must-read for anyone interested in China or the history of travel writing.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book tells the story of how a group of English Protestant missionaries played a key role in saving China from the Taiping Rebellion in the mid-19th century. It is a fascinating account of the cultural, political, and military clashes that shaped modern China.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

An illuminating and insightful exploration of Chinese culture and society. This book offers a unique perspective on the history and customs of this ancient civilization, and is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of modern China.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.