Those Foreign Devils! A Celestial On England And Englishmen (1891) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104413675)

Those Foreign Devils! A Celestial On England And Englishmen is a book written by Hsiang-Fu Yuan in 1891. The author was a Chinese diplomat who spent several years in England in the late 19th century. The book is a collection of essays and observations on English culture, society, and politics, from the perspective of a Chinese outsider. Yuan's writing is characterized by a mix of admiration and criticism for England and the English people. He praises their technological advancements, their literature, and their political system, but also points out their flaws and shortcomings. He is particularly critical of the English class system, which he sees as a barrier to social progress and equality. The book also includes Yuan's reflections on the relationship between China and England at the time, which was marked by tension and conflict over trade and territorial disputes. Yuan expresses his hope for a peaceful resolution to these issues, and emphasizes the importance of mutual understanding and respect between the two nations. Overall, Those Foreign Devils! A Celestial On England And Englishmen is a fascinating historical document that offers a unique perspective on English society and culture in the late 19th century, as well as insights into the complex relationship between China and England at the time.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: Yuan Hsiang-Fu
ISBN-10: 1104413671
ISBN-13: 9781104413675
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/27/2009
Pages: 216
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d