Publisher's Synopsis
Massacres of Christians by Heathen Chinese and Horrors of the Boxers is a historical account of the Boxer Rebellion in China in 1900. The author, Harold Irwin Cleveland, was an American missionary who witnessed the atrocities committed against Christians by the Boxers, a secret society that opposed foreign influence in China.The book describes the events leading up to the rebellion, including the economic and political factors that contributed to the Boxers' rise. It also details the violence and destruction that occurred during the rebellion, with a focus on the persecution of Christians.Cleveland provides first-hand accounts of the massacres of missionaries and Chinese Christians, as well as the destruction of churches and other Christian institutions. He also describes the efforts of foreign powers to quell the rebellion, including the intervention of American and European troops.Throughout the book, Cleveland emphasizes the bravery and resilience of the Chinese Christians who faced persecution and death for their faith. He also highlights the role of foreign missionaries in spreading Christianity in China and promoting Western values.Overall, Massacres of Christians by Heathen Chinese and Horrors of the Boxers provides a detailed and harrowing account of a pivotal moment in Chinese history and the impact it had on Christianity and Western influence in China.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.
