The Political History Of China, 1840-1928

The Political History Of China, 1840-1928 is a comprehensive book written by Chien-Nung, Li that delves into the political history of China during the period of 1840 to 1928. The book covers the tumultuous period of China's history that saw the country face significant challenges and changes, including the Opium Wars, the Taiping Rebellion, the Boxer Rebellion, and the fall of the Qing dynasty.The book begins by providing an overview of the political landscape of China before the 19th century and then goes on to explore the various factors that led to the country's decline and eventual collapse. It examines the impact of foreign powers, such as Britain and Japan, on China's political and economic systems and the resulting conflicts that arose.The author also delves into the various political movements that emerged during this period, including the reformist movement, the nationalist movement, and the communist movement. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various political ideologies that emerged during this period and the impact they had on China's political landscape.The book concludes by examining the events that led to the fall of the Qing dynasty and the subsequent establishment of the Republic of China in 1912. It also explores the challenges faced by the new government and the political developments that occurred in the years leading up to the establishment of the People's Republic of China in 1949.Overall, The Political History Of China, 1840-1928 is an insightful and detailed account of China's political history during a period of significant change and upheaval. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the political and social dynamics that shaped modern China.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.