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100	1		_aLin, Zhen, _d1824-
245	1	0	_a西海紀遊草
246	1		_aReminiscences of Western Travels
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2017
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2017-03-26
508			_aProduced by Ting Man Tsao
520			_a"西海紀遊草" by Zhen Lin is a travelogue written in the mid-19th century, specifically during the late 1840s. This book documents the experiences of the first Chinese traveler to the United States, offering insights into American society, culture, and technology from a foreigner's perspective. The likely topic revolves around Lin's encounters during his journey, including his observations of various customs and his significant actions in rescuing fellow countrymen. The narrative follows Lin's voyage to America, detailing his initial arrival and cultural astonishment at the contrast between the East and West. A pivotal moment in the book occurs when Lin discovers that a group of Chinese sailors has been deceived and mistreated by their captain in New York. He courageously intervenes to rescue them, utilizing his language skills and legal knowledge to navigate a foreign judicial system. The travelogue not only reflects Lin's personal experiences but also provides historical context to the challenges faced by Chinese emigrants in a new land, alongside illustrative accounts of everyday life and societal norms of the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aVoyages and travels
653			_aUnited States -- Description and travel
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54433
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