Publisher's Synopsis
Massacres of Christians by Heathen Chinese and Horrors of the Boxers is a historical account of the Boxer Rebellion that occurred 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 was opposed to foreign influence in China. The book provides a detailed description of the events leading up to the rebellion, including the political and economic factors that contributed to the Boxers' rise in power. Cleveland also describes the violence and brutality that was inflicted upon the Christian community, including the massacres of missionaries and their families. In addition to documenting the Boxer Rebellion, the book also provides insights into the cultural and religious differences between the Chinese and Westerners. Cleveland examines the role of religion in the conflict, and how it was used to justify violence and persecution. Overall, Massacres of Christians by Heathen Chinese and Horrors of the Boxers is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a dark period in China's history. It provides a firsthand account of the atrocities committed against Christians, and offers insights into the complex cultural and religious dynamics that underpinned the conflict.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.
