Description Of Peking (1898)
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""Description of Peking"" is a historical book written by Joseph Edkins in 1898 that provides a comprehensive account of the city of Beijing, China. The book covers various aspects of the city, including its geography, history, culture, religion, politics, and economy. Edkins, who was a missionary and sinologist, draws on his extensive knowledge of China and his personal experiences to offer a detailed and insightful portrayal of the city. He describes the city's landmarks, such as the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace, as well as its streets, markets, and neighborhoo...
""Description of Peking"" is a historical book written by Joseph Edkins in 1898 that provides a comprehensive account of the city of Beijing, China. The book covers various aspects of the city, including its geography, history, culture, religion, politics, and economy. Edkins, who was a missionary and sinologist, draws on his extensive knowledge of China and his personal experiences to offer a detailed and insightful portrayal of the city. He describes the city's landmarks, such as the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace, as well as its streets, markets, and neighborhoods. He also provides a thorough analysis of the city's social and political structures, including the imperial court, the bureaucracy, and the military. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of China, as well as for those studying urban development and architecture.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.
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