The Journals of Major Samuel Shaw, the First American Consul at Canton. With a Life of the author, by J. Quincy.
The Journals of Major Samuel Shaw, the First American Consul at Canton, by Samuel Shaw, is a detailed account published by the British Library, Historical Print Editions on February 17, 2011. This edition spans 390 pages and is presented in English. The book offers insights into the experiences and observations of Samuel Shaw during his tenure as the first American consul in Canton, providing a unique perspective on early American diplomacy and trade in Asia.
Readers will find a rich narrative that explores themes of travel, exploration, and political dynamics in 19th-century China. The memoir not only chronicles Shaw’s personal experiences but also situates them within the broader historical context of American relations with Asia. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in biographies and memoirs of notable figures, as well as the political and social history of the region.
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Title: The Journals of Major Samuel Shaw, the First American Consul at Canton. With a Life of the author, by J. Quincy.
Publisher: British Library, Historical Print Editions
The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world’s largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.
The GENERAL HISTORICAL collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This varied collection includes material that gives readers a 19th century view of the world. Topics include health, education, economics, agriculture, environment, technology, culture, politics, labour and industry, mining, penal policy, and social order.
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Shaw, Samuel;
1847.
8º.
10055.d.13.
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