Chinese Characteristics (1894)

Chinese Characteristics is a book written by Arthur Henderson Smith in 1894. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Chinese culture, customs, and society during the late 19th century. Smith, who was a Christian missionary in China, presents his observations and experiences of living in China for over twenty years.The book covers various aspects of Chinese life, including religion, education, family life, government, and social customs. Smith provides insights into the Chinese mindset and how it differs from the Western mindset. He also discusses the impact of Confucianism and Taoism on Chinese society.One of the key themes of the book is the clash between Western and Chinese cultures. Smith highlights the challenges that Western missionaries faced in trying to spread Christianity in China. He also discusses the impact of Western imperialism on China and the resistance it faced from the Chinese people.Overall, Chinese Characteristics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the Chinese culture and society during the late 19th century. Smith's observations and insights provide a unique perspective on a fascinating period in Chinese history.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.