02199cam a22003133u 4500 56343 UtSlPG 20260610134310.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d ltf90029790 UtSlPG de iso639-1 DS Secker, Fritz, 1889- Schen: Studien aus einer chinesischen Weltstadt Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-01-09 Produced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Schen: Studien aus einer chinesischen Weltstadt" by Fritz Secker is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work examines the cultural transformations occurring in Shanghai during a pivotal time in Chinese history, following the Xinhai Revolution. Secker captures the nuances of modern Chinese society, contrasting traditional customs with the rapidly encroaching Western influences. The opening of the book sets the stage by reflecting on the atmosphere in Shanghai during the 1912 Chinese New Year celebrations, which coincided with significant political shifts. Secker notes the juxtaposition of colorful Republican flags, military uniforms, and the traditional attire of the population, indicating a deep cultural tension. He describes the vibrant yet superficial life of the city and emphasizes the impact of Western fashion on local traditions. Through observations of street life, theaters, and festivals, Secker illustrates a society grappling with its identity amid modernization, hinting at the lasting effects of this "Shanghaiism" on genuine Chinese cultural values. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified China -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56343 97174 97174