Memoirs Of The Chief Incidents Of The Public Life Of Sir George Thomas Staunton

Memoirs Of The Chief Incidents Of The Public Life Of Sir George Thomas Staunton is a book written by George Thomas Staunton, an English diplomat and sinologist who played a significant role in the early 19th century relations between China and the West. The book is a memoir of his public life and covers his experiences as a diplomat, politician, and scholar. It provides a detailed account of his work as a member of the British diplomatic mission to China, his interactions with Chinese officials, and his efforts to promote trade and cultural exchange between China and the West. The book also includes Staunton's observations on Chinese society, culture, and politics, as well as his thoughts on the future of China and its relations with the West. Overall, Memoirs Of The Chief Incidents Of The Public Life Of Sir George Thomas Staunton is an important historical document that sheds light on the early interactions between China and the West and the role played by diplomats like Staunton in shaping these relations.This scarce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.