Publisher's Synopsis
The Scarlet Empire is a historical fiction novel written by David M. Parry and published in 1906. Set in the early 20th century, the book takes place in China during the Boxer Rebellion, a violent anti-foreigner movement that took place from 1899 to 1901. The story follows the adventures of a young American named Jim Grim, who is sent to China to help protect American interests during the rebellion. Along the way, he falls in love with a young Chinese woman named Lotus Blossom, who is also caught up in the conflict. As Jim and Lotus navigate the dangerous political landscape of China, they must fight to survive and protect their love amidst the chaos and violence of the rebellion. The Scarlet Empire is a thrilling and dramatic tale of love, war, and political intrigue, and offers a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in Chinese history.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.
