The Dragon And The Foreign Devils

Author : Harry Gelber
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2011-04-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9780802719416

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The Dragon and the Foreign Devils by Harry Gelber Pdf

China is the most exciting rising power in the world today. The fact that China may be the next superpower attracts endless interest from all quarters-yet China is still utterly inscrutable to most outsiders. In The Dragon and the Foreign Devils, Harry Gelber illuminates China's present by looking at the broad sweep of foreign relations in its past. From the incursions by the steppe horsemen and the Mongol conquests to the first arrival of European travelers, foreign fascination with China has followed certain patterns: curiosity, admiration, and greed for trade or territory. But, as China gradually rises from the turbulence in the wake of Mao Zedong to the economic growth and political stability of the twenty-first century, the dynamic between East and West has slowly shifted. Essential reading for anyone interested in China and its evolving relations with foreigners, The Dragon and the Foreign Devils breaks down the walls between East and West and shines a light on the recurring cycles of Chinese history.

Author : Johan Gunnar Andersson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1928
Category : China
ISBN : STANFORD:36105120036814

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The Dragon and the Foreign Devils by Johan Gunnar Andersson Pdf

"Partly a characterization of the Chinese temperament and culture, partly an outline of China's difficult task in fitting herself to the industrial life of western machinery."--Preface.

Author : Harry Gelber
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2011-07-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781408821848

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The Dragon and the Foreign Devils by Harry Gelber Pdf

A sweeping narrative history that tells the story of China's relations with the rest of the world over three millennia 'An informed and extremely readable introduction to 3,000 years of Chinese history' Independent 'A timely and comprehensive history ... vigorously written and scholarly, but refreshingly accessible, this is vital reading' Good Book Guide China's story is of warfare and violence, philosophical and political invention, shining artistic achievement and often complex and subtle relations with outsiders. Harry G. Gelber's fascinating general history of this great nation makes sense of China's changing relationship with the rest of the world as never before. From the invasions by steppe horsemen in 200 BC to Genghis Khan and the Mongol conquests, from the arrival of Marco Polo to the Opium Wars, from Communism to the Tiananmen Square protest, Gelber traces the path that led to China's resurgence as a dynamic economy and a powerful international player today.

Author : Harry Gregor Gelber
Publisher : Bloomsbury Paperbacks
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : China
ISBN : 0747593299

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The Dragon and the Foreign Devils by Harry Gregor Gelber Pdf

"Tells the story of China from the outside as well as from the inside. [The book] explores the developing relationships involved, from the incursions into China of steppe horsemen around 200 BC to Genghis Kahn and the Mongol conquests of the thirteenth century AD, from the arrival of Marco Polo and other European travellers in the late Middle Ages to the Opium Wars and China's decline after 1911, and from the Communist Revolution of 1949 to the Tiananmen Square protest of 1989, ending with China's recent resurgence as a dynamic economy and a powerful international player. While explaining what motivated these foreign powers and how concerns with China fitted into their own major interests and views of the world, Harry G. Gelber also outlines the recurring cycles of Chinese history, from turmoil and disorder to strong central government and back to turmoil."--

Author : Carl Crow
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1941
Category : China
ISBN : LCCN:41014471

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Foreign Devils in the Flowery Kingdom by Carl Crow Pdf

Author : Robert Bickers
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 550 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2016-02-25
Category : History
ISBN : 9780141983509

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The Scramble for China by Robert Bickers Pdf

In the early nineteenth century China remained almost untouched by British and European powers - but as new technology started to change this balance, foreigners gathered like wolves around the weakening Qing Empire. Would the Chinese suffer the fate of much of the rest of the world, carved into pieces by Europeans? Or could they adapt rapidly enough to maintain their independence? This important and compelling book explains the roots of China's complex relationship with the West by illuminating a dramatic, colourful and sometimes shocking period of the country's history.

Author : Johan Gunnar Andersson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1928
Category : China
ISBN : UOM:39015070417822

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The Dragon and the Foreign Devils by Johan Gunnar Andersson Pdf

"Partly a characterization of the Chinese temperament and culture, partly an outline of China's difficult task in fitting herself to the industrial life of western machinery."--Preface.

Author : John Hornor Jacobs
Publisher : Gollancz
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780575123946

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Foreign Devils by John Hornor Jacobs Pdf

The world is on the brink of war. Fisk and Shoe - mercenaries, very much not wanting to get caught in the middle of a political whirlwind - must deliver a very important message, and find a very dangerous man. They have caught the eye of the powerful men of the world, and now the stakes are higher than they like. And the Emperor has decreed that Livia Cornelius, pregnant with Fisk's child, must travel to the far lands of the Autumn Lords on a diplomatic mission. It will mean crossing half the world, and facing new dangers. And in the end, she will uncover the shocking truth at the heart of the Autumn Lords' Empire. A truth which will make the petty politics of war and peace unimportant, and will change the world.

Author : Joseph LoBianco,Jane Orton,Gao Yihong
Publisher : Multilingual Matters
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2009-11-26
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781847693860

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China and English by Joseph LoBianco,Jane Orton,Gao Yihong Pdf

It has been said there are more Chinese learning English than there are Americans. We all have a sense that the first decades of the third millennium, including the effects of the global financial recession, signal dramatic changes to the shape of the world to come. China’s emergence as a superpower is one of the few certainties in this rapidly changing world. What is less well realised is the critical role which China’s decisions about English will play in the world’s communication profile. This unique volume explores this question looking at the debates on identity, cultural values and communication practices. Taking a wide-ranging view and uniquely blending both Chinese and Western perspectives the volume explores the critically important cultural consequences of mass English learning in today’s world.

Author : Harry Gelber
Publisher : Springer
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9783319305844

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Battle for Beijing, 1858–1860 by Harry Gelber Pdf

The ‘battle for Beijing’ is universally – and quite wrongly – believed to have been about opium. This book argues that it was about freedom to trade, Britain’s demands for diplomatic equality, and French demands for religious freedom in China. Both countries agreed that their armies, which repeatedly prevailed over Chinese ones that were numerically superior, would stay out of Beijing itself, but were infuriated by China’s imprisonment, torture and death of British, French and Indian negotiators. At the same time, the British and French also helped the empire to battle rebels and to pocket port and harbour dues. They steered carefully between their political and trading demands, and navigated the danger that undue stress would make China’s fragile government and empire fall apart. If it did, there would be no one to make any kind of agreement with; much of East Asia would be in chaos and Russian power would soon expand. Battle for Beijing, 1858–1860 offers fresh insights into the reasons behind the actions and strategies of British authorities, both at home and in China, and the British and French military commanders. It goes against the widely accepted views surrounding the Franco-British conflict, proposing a bold new argument and perspective.

Author : Carl Crow
Publisher : Earnshaw Books
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9789889963330

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Foreign Devils in the Flowery Kingdom by Carl Crow Pdf

Originally published in 1940, this is Carl Crow’s entertaining autobiography, the story of his more than 25 years of adventures and success in Shanghai during the tumultuous early decades of the 20th century. This book is a tale of East meets West set in the wild and heady days of inter-war China. It is an account of how two cultures clashed, bickering over business deals and social norms as they tried to find a way to live with each other.

Author : Frederick Brereton
Publisher : Litres
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9785040562763

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Under the Chinese Dragon: A Tale of Mongolia by Frederick Brereton Pdf

Author : Richard Hughes
Publisher : 1500 Books LLC
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : NWU:35556038695326

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Foreign Devil by Richard Hughes Pdf

For 30 years Hughes wrote newspaper stories for The Sunday Times and the Economist from and about Southeast Asia. Followed by readers around the globe, his reports were often harbingers of momentous events to come. In addition Hughes teases the reader with was or wasn't he-a spy, a double-agent and, most important, for whom? This is a rollicking read by a seasoned veteran who keeps his cards close and his enemies closer.

Author : F. S. Brereton
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9791041953684

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Under the Chinese Dragon by F. S. Brereton Pdf

F. S. Brereton was known for his adventure novels, particularly those aimed at young readers. These novels typically featured daring protagonists who embarked on thrilling journeys set in various exotic or challenging locations. In the case of "Under the Chinese Dragon," it is likely that the story would involve a group of adventurers or a lone hero facing various obstacles, which might include encounters with local cultures, wildlife, and possibly even espionage or political intrigue. The title suggests that the story may be set in China, a country known for its rich history and diverse landscapes. Brereton's novels often combined elements of action, suspense, and character development, making them appealing to readers seeking excitement and adventure. While I don't have specific details about "Under the Chinese Dragon," it can be expected to follow a similar pattern of action and exploration that characterizes many of Brereton's works.

Author : F. S. Brereton
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-18
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547588344

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Under the Chinese Dragon: A Tale of Mongolia by F. S. Brereton Pdf

"Under the Chinese Dragon: A Tale of Mongolia" by F. S. Brereton. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.