Peking And The Pekingese V2: During The First Year Of The British Embassy At Peking (1865)

Peking and the Pekingese V2: During the First Year of the British Embassy at Peking (1865) is a historical account written by David Field Rennie. The book provides a detailed description of the British Embassy's first year in Peking (now Beijing), China, during the mid-19th century. It covers a range of topics, including the city's culture, customs, and architecture, as well as the political and social landscape of the time. The author also explores the relationship between the British and Chinese governments, as well as the interactions between the British officials and the local population. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of China and its relations with the West.In Two Volumes.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.