Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Conquest of Siberia, and the History of the Transactions, Wars, Commerce, etc.: Carried on Between Russia and China, from the Earliest Period"" was written by Gerhard Friedrich Muller in 1842. The book provides a comprehensive account of the relationship between Russia and China, specifically focusing on the conquest of Siberia and the various transactions, wars, and commerce that took place between the two countries. The book begins with an overview of the geography and history of Siberia, including its colonization by the Russians and the various indigenous peoples who inhabited the region. It then delves into the relationship between Russia and China, starting with the earliest interactions between the two countries and continuing through to the 19th century.Throughout the book, Muller provides detailed accounts of the various conflicts and negotiations that took place between Russia and China, including the Treaty of Nerchinsk in 1689, which established the border between the two countries, and the Opium Wars of the mid-19th century, which had a significant impact on the relationship between China and the Western powers.In addition to the political and military history of the region, the book also covers the economic and cultural exchanges that took place between Russia and China, including the trade in furs, tea, and other goods. Overall, ""Conquest of Siberia, and the History of the Transactions, Wars, Commerce, etc."" provides a comprehensive overview of the complex and often tumultuous relationship between Russia and China over the course of several centuries.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.
