Sir Robert Hart : The romance of a great career by Juliet Bredon
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"Sir Robert Hart: The Romance of a Great Career" by Juliet Bredon is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the extraordinary life and achievements of Sir Robert Hart, an Irishman who played a pivotal role in the Imperial Chinese Customs during a time of significant change in China, particularly in the 19th century. Through Hart's story, the author explores themes of ambition, cultural exchange, and the
evolving relationship between China and the West. The opening of the book provides insight into Hart's early life, characterized by a mix of humble beginnings and a strong academic foundation. Born in a small Irish town, he demonstrates an early thirst for knowledge and ambition, highlighted through anecdotes about his childhood and education. The narrative begins with Hart's formative years, detailing his family background, schooling experiences, and the friendships that shaped his character. As the opening unfolds, it hints at the remarkable career that awaits him in China, setting the stage for his future endeavors and the significant impact he would have on the Chinese customs system. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bredon, Juliet, 1881?-1937 |
|---|---|
| Title | Sir Robert Hart : The romance of a great career |
| Edition | Second edition |
| Credits | Produced by Leah Moser and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. Produced from images provided by the Million Book Project |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Hart, Robert, Sir, 1835-1911 |
| Subject | Customs administration -- China -- Officials and employees -- Biography |
| Subject | China. Hai guan zong shui wu si shu -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12344 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 337 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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