China Revolutionized by John Stuart Thomson
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"China Revolutionized" by John Stuart Thomson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the profound changes in China brought about by the republican revolution, focusing particularly on events surrounding the fall of the monarchy and the birth of a new republic. It addresses the political, social, and economic upheavals that led to this significant transformation in Chinese society. The opening of the work sets the
stage for the revolution that began on October 10, 1911, describing the monumental shift from centuries of monarchical rule to an emerging republican framework. It outlines the challenges faced by reformers and the complexities of changing a nation steeped in tradition and with a deeply entrenched monarchical system. Key figures such as Sun Yat Sen, Yuan Shih Kai, and various local leaders are introduced, highlighting their roles and visions for China's future. Through the lens of revolutionary fervor, the narrative captures the growing dissatisfaction among the populace, fueled by economic strife, government corruption, and the influence of foreign powers—all culminating in a call for a republic that resonated throughout the country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Thomson, John Stuart, 1869-1950 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 13009147 |
| Title | China Revolutionized |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | China |
| Subject | China -- History -- Revolution, 1911-1912 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57247 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57247-5 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1222 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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