Publisher's Synopsis
""A Glimpse Of The Heart Of China"" is a book written by Edward Carter Perkins in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences while travelling through China during the early 20th century. Perkins was an American journalist and writer who spent several years in China, and his book offers a unique perspective on the country during a time of great change and turmoil. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Chinese life and culture. Perkins writes about his encounters with Chinese people, their customs, and their beliefs. He also describes the political and social climate of the country, including the Boxer Rebellion and the aftermath of the fall of the Qing dynasty. Throughout the book, Perkins provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and cities he visited, including Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. He also writes about the many challenges he faced as a foreigner in China, such as language barriers and cultural misunderstandings. Overall, ""A Glimpse Of The Heart Of China"" is a fascinating and informative account of China during a pivotal moment in its history. It offers readers a glimpse into a world that is vastly different from our own, yet still has relevance to our understanding of modern-day 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.
