02269cam a22003373u 4500 14492 UtSlPG 20260610133336.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 12029964 UtSlPG en iso639-1 CT Burton, Margaret E. (Margaret Ernestine), 1885-1969 Notable Women of Modern China Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-12-28 Dr. Hü King Eng -- Mrs. Ahok -- Dr. Ida Kahn -- Dr. Mary Stone -- Yu Kuliang -- Anna Stone. Produced by Michelle Croyle, Elaine Walker and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Notable Women of Modern China" by Margaret E. Burton is a collection of biographical sketches written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the lives and contributions of various educated Chinese women, highlighting their roles in shaping modern China and the significant impact of their educational pursuits. At the start of the book, the author reflects on her experiences visiting China in 1909, where she was inspired by the remarkable achievements of Chinese women in the realm of education and social work. She emphasizes that many of the women featured in the biographies had received part of their education in America, thus showcasing their ability to integrate Western learning with their Chinese heritage. Burton expresses her intent to share their stories with a broader audience, demonstrating how these women are pivotal in influencing the future of China. The opening sets the stage for the personal and professional journeys of women like Dr. Hü King Eng, beginning with her childhood and the progressive values imparted by her family regarding women's rights and education. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Women -- Biography China -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14492 55880 55880