Publisher's Synopsis
""Sir Harry Parkes in China"" is a biography of the British diplomat who played a significant role in China during the 19th century. Written by Stanley Lane-Poole, the book delves into the life and career of Sir Harry Parkes, who served as a British Consul in China during the tumultuous period of the Opium Wars and the Taiping Rebellion. The book provides a detailed account of Parkes' diplomatic efforts to secure British interests in China, including negotiating treaties, protecting British citizens, and promoting trade. It also sheds light on his personal life, including his relationships with his family, colleagues, and Chinese officials. Through a combination of primary sources and Lane-Poole's own research, ""Sir Harry Parkes in China"" offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of an important historical figure and his impact on China-British relations.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.
