Canton Days

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Focusing on the British community in Canton and Macao from the mid-1700s to the end of the Opium War in 1842, this book challenges prevailing assumptions about British involvement in China. It provides a clear and engaging narrative that offers insights into the complexities of British imperial history and early modern Chinese interactions. This work is particularly appealing to readers interested in the nuanced dynamics of colonialism and cross-cultural exchanges during this pivotal period.