Publisher's Synopsis
The Mandarin's Daughter is a historical fiction novel written by Samuel Mossman and published in 1876. The book is set during the Great Taiping Rebellion, which took place in China during the mid-19th century. The story follows the life of a young Chinese woman named Mei-li, who is the daughter of a high-ranking Mandarin. Mei-li is a strong and independent character who finds herself caught up in the rebellion when her father is killed by rebel forces.As the rebellion rages on, Mei-li becomes involved with the British general Charles Gordon and his Ever-Victorious Army. Gordon is tasked with putting down the rebellion and restoring order to China, and Mei-li becomes an important ally in his efforts. Together, they navigate the dangerous political landscape of 19th-century China and work to bring peace to the region.The Mandarin's Daughter is a thrilling tale of love, war, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in Chinese history. Mossman's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this book a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the history of 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.
