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Intimate China: The Chinese as I Have Seen Them

By Mrs. Archibald Little
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A travel writer records first-hand impressions of river voyages and city life across China, combining lively anecdotes of markets, gardens, tea trade, boat travel, and urban crowds with practical notes on money, customs, and daily inconveniences faced by foreigners. Separate chapters examine social practices such as footbinding, marriage and funeral rites, the position of women, opium use, and reform efforts including missionary and local anti-footbinding campaigns. The narrative mixes descriptive scenes, local personalities, and reflections on economic and social change.

About the Author

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Mrs. Archibald Little

Mrs. Archibald Little was a British author and traveler known for her insightful observations of Chinese culture and society during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Her notable work, "Intimate China: The Chinese as I Have Seen Them," offers a personal perspective on the lives of the Chinese people, reflecting her experiences and interactions while living in China. Through her writing, Little contributed to a greater understanding of Chinese customs and daily life, providing readers with a unique lens into a society that was often misunderstood by the West. Her work remains a valuable resource for those interested in cultural studies and historical perspectives on China.

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