Publisher's Synopsis
Ten Thousand Things Relating To China And The Chinese is a book written by William B. Langdon in 1842. The book is a comprehensive guide to the culture, history, and society of China and its people. Langdon provides a detailed account of the Chinese language, literature, religion, and customs, as well as their trade and commerce practices. He also describes the geography, climate, and natural resources of China, and the political and social systems that govern the country. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about China and its people, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the country's rich and complex history. Langdon's writing is clear and concise, and he provides numerous examples and anecdotes to illustrate his points. Overall, Ten Thousand Things Relating To China And The Chinese is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on China and its people during the mid-19th century.An Epitome Of The Genius, Government, History, Literature, Agriculture, Arts, Trade, Manners, Customs, And Social Life Of The People Of The Celestial Empire, Together With A Synopsis Of The Chinese Collection.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.