Description of Peking (1898)

Description of Peking (1898) is a detailed account of the city of Beijing, China, written by the British scholar and missionary Joseph Edkins. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the city's history, culture, and customs, as well as its architecture, geography, and economy. Edkins draws on his extensive knowledge of Chinese language and culture to provide insights into the daily life of the city's inhabitants, including its Imperial Palace, temples, markets, and streets. He also describes the city's political and social structures, including its relationship with the Qing dynasty and the foreign powers that were present in China at the time. Overall, Description of Peking (1898) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Beijing, as well as the broader history of China and its relationship with the West.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.