Publisher's Synopsis
The Captive of Pekin, also known as A Swallow's Wing, is a novel written by Charles Hannan and originally published in 1897. The story takes place in China during the Boxer Rebellion of 1900, and follows the experiences of a young Englishman named Gerald Ethridge who becomes a prisoner of the Chinese forces.Gerald, a journalist, is sent to China to cover the rebellion and ends up being captured by the Boxers. He is taken to Pekin and held captive in a temple, where he meets a beautiful Chinese woman named Lotus Blossom. Despite the language barrier and cultural differences, the two develop a deep connection and fall in love.As the rebellion intensifies and the foreign powers begin to intervene, Gerald and Lotus Blossom are forced to make difficult choices and face dangerous obstacles in their quest for freedom and happiness.The Captive of Pekin is a gripping tale of love, adventure, and political turmoil set against the backdrop of a fascinating historical period. Hannan's vivid descriptions of China and its people, as well as his exploration of the themes of cultural clash and personal identity, make this novel a timeless classic.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.
