The Boxer Rising

The Boxer Rising: A History of the Boxer Trouble in China (1900) is a comprehensive account of the Boxer Rebellion, written by Mercury, Shanghai. The book covers the events leading up to the rebellion, including the growing anti-foreign sentiment in China and the formation of the Boxer movement. It also details the rebellion itself, including the attacks on foreign missionaries and the siege of the foreign legations in Beijing. The book provides a detailed analysis of the political and social factors that led to the Boxer Rebellion, as well as the international response to the crisis. The author draws on a variety of primary sources, including government documents, newspaper articles, and personal accounts, to provide a vivid and detailed picture of the events of 1900. The Boxer Rising is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of China and the impact of imperialism on the country.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.