Publisher's Synopsis
From Swatow to Canton is a travelogue written by Herbert Allen Giles, a British diplomat and sinologist, in 1877. The book describes his journey through the southern provinces of China, from Swatow (now Shantou) to Canton (now Guangzhou), during a time when China was still largely closed to Westerners. Giles provides vivid descriptions of the people, customs, and landscapes he encounters along the way, as well as his observations on the political and social conditions of the region. He also includes historical and cultural information about the areas he visits, such as the famous porcelain factories in Jingdezhen and the Hakka people of the Fujian province. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into China during a time of great change and provides valuable insights into the country's rich cultural heritage.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.
