The Englishman in China During the Victorian Era, Vol. 2 (of 2) / As Illustrated in the Career of Sir Rutherford Alcock, K.C.B., D.C.L., Many Years Consul and Minister in China and Japan

Name: The Englishman in China During the Victorian Era, Vol. 2 (of 2) / As Illustrated in the Career of Sir Rutherford Alcock, K.C.B., D.C.L., Many Years Consul and Minister in China and Japan
Author: Alexander Michie

By Alexander Michie

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The volume traces the diplomatic career of Sir Rutherford Alcock in mid-19th-century East Asia, reporting negotiations that opened Japan, the operation and revision of treaties with China and Japan, outbreaks of anti-foreign violence and missionary controversies, trade and consular affairs, and a sequence of international incidents involving rival powers. It examines foreign life in Peking, the functioning of foreign customs, episodes such as the Margary murder and the Chefoo Convention, shifting balance among Britain, Russia, France, and Japan, and concludes with reflections on China's political transformations and Alcock's later years.

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Alexander Michie

Alexander Michie was a 19th-century author known for his detailed explorations of China and Siberia during the Victorian era. His notable works include "The Englishman in China During the Victorian Era," a two-volume series that chronicles the life and career of Sir Rutherford Alcock, a prominent consul and minister in China and Japan. Michie's writings provide valuable insights into the cultural and political landscapes of these regions during a time of significant change. Additionally, he authored "The Siberian Overland Route from Peking to Petersburg," which documents the journey through the vast and varied terrains of Mongolia and Tartary. His contributions offer a unique perspective on the interactions between East and West during a pivotal period in history.