Western Books on China Published Up to 1850
Author | : University of London. School of Oriental and African Studies. Library |
Publisher | : ACC Distribution |
Total Pages | : 360 |
Release | : 1987 |
ISBN-10 | : UVA:X001295499 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book Western Books on China Published Up to 1850 written by University of London. School of Oriental and African Studies. Library and published by ACC Distribution. This book was released on 1987 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This catalogue describes some 900 works published from 1550 to 1850 as well as an additional 300 items reprinted in collective works. It therefore covers the first great phase of Western involvement in China. The catalogue is classified into 22 subject areas: Chinese studies, geography, travels, history, historiography, international relations, economic affairs, international trade, society, philosophy, education, religion (including Christian missions), language, literature, arts, architecture, hand crafts, Hong Kong, and Chinese-inspired pastiches.-- From publisher's description.