Publisher's Synopsis
The Mandarin's Daughter is a historical novel by Samuel Mossman, published in 1876. The story takes place during the Great Taiping Rebellion in China, which lasted from 1850 to 1864. The main character, Ming-Y, is the daughter of a Mandarin who joins the Taiping rebels in their fight against the Qing Dynasty. Ming-Y falls in love with a British officer, Charles Gordon, who leads the Ever Victorious Army, a group of foreign mercenaries hired by the Qing government to quell the rebellion.The novel follows Ming-Y's journey as she navigates the complex political and cultural landscape of 19th century China, torn between her loyalty to her family and her love for Charles Gordon. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters from both sides of the conflict, including rebel leaders, government officials, and foreign soldiers.The Mandarin's Daughter offers a vivid portrayal of the Taiping Rebellion and its impact on Chinese society, as well as the role of foreign intervention in the conflict. Mossman's novel is notable for its sympathetic portrayal of the Taiping rebels, who are often depicted as fanatical and violent in Western accounts of the rebellion.Overall, The Mandarin's Daughter is a gripping historical novel that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in Chinese history.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.
