Description

""The Fan Kwae At Canton Before Treaty Days, 1825-1844"" is a historical account written by William C. Hunter and originally published in 1882. The book provides a detailed description of the city of Canton (now Guangzhou) in China during the period before the establishment of treaties with foreign powers. Hunter, who was an American businessman and missionary living in Canton during this time, offers a first-hand account of the city's bustling trade and commerce, as well as its complex social and political structures. He describes the various foreign communities living in Canton, including British, American, and French traders, and provides insight into their interactions with local Chinese officials and merchants. The book also includes information on the opium trade, the role of women in Cantonese society, and the city's architecture and customs. ""The Fan Kwae At Canton Before Treaty Days"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of China and its interactions with the West during the 19th century.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.