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100 1 _aReinsch, Paul S.
_q(Paul Samuel),
_d1869-1923
245 1 3 _aAn American Diplomat in China
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2017-11-30
505 0 _aOld China and the new republic -- The passing of Yuan Shih-Kai -- The war and China -- Last year of war and aftermath.
508 _aProduced by ellinora, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"An American Diplomat in China" by Paul S. Reinsch is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complex political landscape of China during the early years of the Republic, focusing primarily on the author's experiences and observations as the American Minister to China from 1913 to 1919. Through his firsthand accounts, Reinsch delves into the dynamics of Chinese politics, the influence of Western powers, and the challenges faced by a nation in transition. The opening of the book establishes Reinsch's arrival in China and sets the stage for his observations on the political atmosphere under President Yuan Shih-kai, characterized by a struggle between the desire for democratic reforms and the persistence of autocratic rule. Reinsch vividly describes his encounters with Yuan, illustrating the tension between Western ideals of democracy and the traditional authority in Chinese governance. He also reflects on the diverse nature of Chinese society, noting the fragmentation among its people and the enduring influence of Confucian ideals amidst the push for modernization. This early context highlights the intricate balance of power and the cultural nuances that Reinsch navigates throughout his diplomatic mission. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChina -- History -- Republic, 1912-1949
653 _aChina -- Politics and government
653 _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- China
653 _aYuan, Shikai, 1859-1916
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56089
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