The Story Of China, Past And Present (1900) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781162215402)

The Story of China, Past and Present is a historical account of China written by James Martin Miller and published in 1900. The book covers the history of China from its earliest days to the present time, focusing on the significant events and people that shaped the country's past and present. The book begins with a discussion of China's geography, climate, and natural resources, providing readers with a foundation for understanding the country's development. Miller then delves into the various dynasties that ruled China, including the Xia, Shang, Zhou, Qin, Han, Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. He discusses the political, social, and cultural changes that occurred during each dynasty, as well as the major figures who played a role in shaping China's history.In addition to discussing China's past, Miller also examines the country's present state in 1900. He covers topics such as China's relationship with the West, its economy, its political system, and its culture. He also provides insights into the challenges and opportunities facing China at the turn of the 20th century.Overall, The Story of China, Past and Present is a comprehensive and informative account of China's history and culture. It provides readers with a deep understanding of the country's past and present, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.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.

Author: James Martin Miller
ISBN-10: 1162215402
ISBN-13: 9781162215402
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 486
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.32lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.06d