Publisher's Synopsis
Sun Yat-Sen: A Portrait by Chen, Stephen is a biographical account of the life and legacy of Sun Yat-Sen, the founding father of the Republic of China. The book traces the life of Sun Yat-Sen from his early years as a child in rural China to his rise as a political leader and revolutionary figure. It explores his ideas and political philosophy, his role in the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty, and his efforts to establish a democratic government in China.The book also delves into Sun Yat-Sen's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues. It highlights his struggles and challenges as a political leader, including his multiple exiles and his efforts to unite various factions and groups in China.Through a rich and detailed narrative, Chen provides a comprehensive portrait of Sun Yat-Sen, highlighting his accomplishments and contributions to Chinese history and politics. The book also sheds light on the broader historical context of Sun Yat-Sen's life and the impact of his ideas and legacy on modern China.Overall, Sun Yat-Sen: A Portrait is a fascinating and insightful biography of one of the most important figures in modern Chinese history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese politics, history, and culture.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.
