The Revenue And Taxation Of The Chinese Empire (1903)

The Revenue and Taxation of the Chinese Empire is a historical book written by Joseph Edkins in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the revenue and taxation system of the Chinese Empire during the late 19th century. It covers various aspects of the system, including the different types of taxes, the collection process, and the role of the government in managing revenue.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the system. The first chapter provides an introduction to the revenue and taxation system of the Chinese Empire, while the second chapter discusses the various taxes levied on the people. The third chapter covers the collection process, including the role of tax collectors and the methods used to collect taxes.The fourth chapter delves into the role of the government in managing revenue, including the establishment of the Board of Revenue and the role of the Grand Secretariat. The fifth chapter discusses the various reforms that were introduced during the late 19th century to improve the revenue and taxation system.Overall, The Revenue and Taxation of the Chinese Empire provides a detailed and informative account of the revenue and taxation system of the Chinese Empire during the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for historians, economists, and anyone interested in the history of China.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.