""Glimpses Of China And Chinese Homes"" is a book written by Edward S. Morse, which provides an insightful look into the culture and lifestyle of China in the late 19th century. The author, who was a renowned American zoologist, anthropologist, and orientalist, spent several years in China studying the country's natural history and culture. In this book, he shares his observations and experiences of Chinese society, customs, and traditions.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a general overview of China, ...
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""Glimpses Of China And Chinese Homes"" is a book written by Edward S. Morse, which provides an insightful look into the culture and lifestyle of China in the late 19th century. The author, who was a renowned American zoologist, anthropologist, and orientalist, spent several years in China studying the country's natural history and culture. In this book, he shares his observations and experiences of Chinese society, customs, and traditions.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a general overview of China, covering topics such as geography, history, religion, and language. The second part is a detailed description of Chinese homes, including their architecture, furniture, decorations, and daily life. Morse provides vivid descriptions of the homes of different social classes, from the wealthy to the poor, and how they differ in terms of design and functionality.Throughout the book, Morse also discusses the challenges and opportunities that China faced during his time, such as the impact of Western influence and the Boxer Rebellion. He provides a unique perspective on China's transformation from a traditional society to a modern one.Overall, ""Glimpses Of China And Chinese Homes"" is a fascinating account of China's culture and history, written by a knowledgeable and insightful author. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese culture, history, and society.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1902 Edition.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.
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