Bøger af Archibald Ross Colquhoun

Ce livre relate le voyage épique des deux auteurs à travers la Chine méridionale, de Canton à Mandalay, à la fin du XIXe siècle. Un témoignage précieux sur cette région fascinante en pleine transformation.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Travel with Archibald Ross Colquhoun as he explores the possibility of building a canal through Nicaragua, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and revolutionizing global trade. Along the way, encounter fascinating characters, natural wonders, and geopolitical intrigue in this captivating account of a high-stakes project.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Matabeleland is a gripping account of the Second Matabele War in South Africa. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the conflict and its impact on the region and the world. This is an essential read for anyone interested in African history and the role that colonialism played in shaping the modern world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ The Opening Of China, 6 Letters Repr. From 'The Times'. Archibald Ross Colquhoun

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

English Policy In The Far East: Being The Times Special Correspondence (1885) is a book written by Archibald Ross Colquhoun. The book is a collection of articles that were originally published in The Times, a British newspaper, during the late 19th century. The articles cover a range of topics related to British policy in the Far East, including the Opium Wars, the Boxer Rebellion, and the role of British missionaries in China. The book provides a historical perspective on British involvement in the region and offers insights into the political and economic factors that shaped British policy at the time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British imperialism in Asia.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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

The Key of the Pacific - The Nicaragua canal is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

This book, from the series Primary Sources: Historical Books of the World (Asia and Far East Collection), represents an important historical artifact on Asian history and culture. Its contents come from the legions of academic literature and research on the subject produced over the last several hundred years. Covered within is a discussion drawn from many areas of study and research on the subject. From analyses of the varied geography that encompasses the Asian continent to significant time periods spanning centuries, the book was made in an effort to preserve the work of previous generations.

Russia Against India: The Struggle For Asia is a book written by Archibald Ross Colquhoun in 1900. The book explores the geopolitical conflict between Russia and Britain for dominance in Asia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Colquhoun, who was a British diplomat and explorer, provides a detailed analysis of the strategic and economic interests of both nations in the region.The book examines the history of Russian expansion into Central Asia and the Caucasus, as well as the British colonial presence in India and Southeast Asia. Colquhoun argues that the rivalry between Russia and Britain in Asia was driven by their competing interests in trade, resources, and strategic military positioning.The author also discusses the impact of this conflict on the indigenous peoples of Asia, particularly those living in the contested territories. He highlights the ways in which both Russia and Britain exploited and oppressed these populations in their pursuit of power and influence.Russia Against India: The Struggle For Asia is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most significant geopolitical conflicts of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Colquhoun's book remains relevant today as it sheds light on the ongoing struggles for power and influence in the region.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.