The Development of China (1917)

The Development of China is a historical book written by Kenneth Scott Latourette in 1917. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the economic, social, cultural, and political development of China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Latourette examines the various factors that contributed to China's growth and progress, including the impact of Western imperialism, the emergence of new industries, and the rise of nationalist movements.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of China's development. The first chapter provides an overview of China's history and culture, while the second chapter delves into the country's economic development. Latourette then examines the impact of Western imperialism on China, including the Opium Wars and the Boxer Rebellion.The book also explores the role of religion and philosophy in Chinese society, including the influence of Confucianism and Taoism. Latourette also discusses the emergence of new political movements, including the Nationalist Party and the Communist Party.Overall, The Development of China provides a comprehensive overview of China's growth and development during a crucial period in its history. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in Chinese history, culture, and politics.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.