A Journal of the First French Embassy to China, 1698-1700

by Saxe Bannister

Book Overview

Bannister's translation of this unpublished manuscript offers a fascinating glimpse into early French-Chinese relations. With detailed descriptions of the people, customs, and politics of China in the late 17th century, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese history and culture.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022028839
• ISBN13: 9781022028838
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 414 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"