Sir Robert Hart: The Romance of a Great Career
Juliet Bredon
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"Sir Robert Hart: The Romance of a Great Career" by Juliet Bredon is a biographical work that explores the remarkable life of Sir Robert Hart, a key figure in Chinese history during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book delves into Hart's influential role as an imperial statesman and diplomat, shedding light on his deep involvement in China's political landscape and the challenges he faced. Bredon's narrative captures the essence of Hart's extraordinary career, providing readers with insights into the complex intersections of culture, politics, and personal perseverance in the midst of historical transformation. (3 hr 50 min)
Kapitel
A Word of Introduction | 3:42 | Gelesen von istDG |
Early Years | 18:37 | Gelesen von istDG |
First Years in China | 22:19 | Gelesen von istDG |
The Beginning of the Imperial Chinese Customs | 20:58 | Gelesen von istDG |
Ordered to Live at Shanghai | 25:34 | Gelesen von istDG |
Ordered to Live in Peking | 22:26 | Gelesen von istDG |
Birth of a Son | 21:23 | Gelesen von istDG |
Yuan Pao Heng Suggests Prohibition of Opium Smoking in China | 26:06 | Gelesen von istDG |
An Important Mission to Hongkong and Macao | 23:27 | Gelesen von istDG |
The Prologue to the Siege | 24:05 | Gelesen von istDG |
Some Quiet Years | 21:43 | Gelesen von istDG |