Publisher's Synopsis
""Thirty Years In The Manchu Capital In And Around Moukden, In Peace And War"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Dugald Christie and published in 1914. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences and observations during his thirty years of living in and around Moukden, the capital city of Manchuria, which is now part of China. Christie was a Scottish missionary who arrived in Manchuria in the late 19th century and witnessed the transformation of the region from a remote and isolated area to a modern and industrialized society. He describes the customs, traditions, and daily life of the Manchu people, as well as their interactions with the Chinese and other ethnic groups in the region. The book also covers the political and social upheavals that occurred in Manchuria during Christie's time there, including the Russo-Japanese War and the Boxer Rebellion. Christie provides a firsthand account of the impact of these events on the local population and the role played by foreign powers in the region. Overall, ""Thirty Years In The Manchu Capital In And Around Moukden, In Peace And War"" is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the culture, society, and politics of Manchuria during a pivotal period in its history.Being The Recollections Of Dugald Christie.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.
