Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Chinese Question in Australia, 1878-79"" written by Lowe K. Meng is a comprehensive study that sheds light on the history of Chinese immigration to Australia during the late 19th century. The book explores the social, economic, and political factors that led to the arrival of Chinese immigrants in Australia and the subsequent tensions that arose between the Chinese and the Australian community.The author provides an in-depth analysis of the events that took place during the years 1878-79, which was a critical period in the history of Chinese immigration to Australia. During this time, the Australian government imposed several restrictive measures on Chinese immigrants, including the imposition of a poll tax and the introduction of the ""White Australia"" policy.The book also examines the impact of these measures on the Chinese community in Australia and the response of the Chinese government to these discriminatory policies. The author presents a balanced view of the Chinese question in Australia, highlighting both the perspectives of the Chinese immigrants and the Australian government.Overall, ""The Chinese Question in Australia, 1878-79"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Chinese immigration to Australia and the challenges faced by Chinese immigrants in a new land. The book is well-researched and provides a nuanced understanding of the complex issues surrounding the Chinese question in Australia during the late 19th century.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.
