Publisher's Synopsis
The Fan-Qui In China In 1836-1837 V3 (1838) is a historical book written by Charles Toogood Downing. It is the third volume in a series of books that chronicles the author's experiences and observations during his travels to China in the late 1830s. The title ""Fan-Qui"" refers to Westerners, and the book provides an account of how they were perceived and treated by the Chinese during this time period.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Chinese culture and society, including religion, government, education, and commerce. The author also provides detailed descriptions of his travels to various cities and regions in China, including Shanghai, Canton, and Hong Kong.One of the main themes of the book is the conflict between Western and Chinese cultures, particularly in terms of trade and diplomacy. The author describes the challenges faced by Western merchants and diplomats in their attempts to establish relationships with the Chinese, and the misunderstandings and miscommunications that often occurred.Overall, The Fan-Qui In China In 1836-1837 V3 (1838) provides a fascinating glimpse into Chinese culture and society during the 19th century, as well as the experiences of Westerners who traveled to China during this time period.In Three Volumes.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.
