The New China: A Traveler's Impressions (1912) - Hardcover

The New China: A Traveler's Impressions is a book written by Henri Borel and published in 1912. The book is a first-hand account of Borel's travels throughout China during the early 20th century, when the country was undergoing significant political and social changes.Borel's writing is a mixture of personal observations, historical context, and cultural analysis. He describes the landscape, architecture, and customs of the people he encounters, as well as their beliefs and traditions. He also delves into the political climate of the time, discussing the Boxer Rebellion and the fall of the Qing dynasty.Throughout the book, Borel provides insights into the complexities of Chinese society and culture, and how they were evolving in response to the forces of modernization and globalization. He also reflects on his own experiences as a foreign traveler in a land that was both exotic and challenging.Overall, The New China: A Traveler's Impressions is a fascinating and informative account of a pivotal moment in Chinese history, written by a keen observer with a deep appreciation for the country and its people.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.