A History Of Hong Kong
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Pages: Good
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A sweeping work of narrative history, A History of Hong Kong chronicles the remarkable transformation of a small, rocky island into one of the world's most dynamic and strategically vital cities. Frank Welsh traces the full arc of Hong Kong's story, from its origins as a modest fishing settlement through its seizure by the British in the aftermath of the First Opium War, its evolution into a thriving colonial entrepôt, and its eventual handover to China in 1997. Written with authority and rich detail, Welsh presents the complex interplay of Eastern and Western cultures, commerce, and politics that shaped a uniquely hybrid society unlike any other in the world. The narrative illuminates the ambitions of empire, the resilience of its inhabitants, and the extraordinary economic forces that turned a barren outcrop into a global financial powerhouse. Thoroughly researched and compellingly told, this is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the forces that made Hong Kong the singular, fascinating place it remains today.
Author: Frank Welsh
Format: Paperback
Genre: Asian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A sweeping work of narrative history, A History of Hong Kong chronicles the remarkable transformation of a small, rocky island into one of the world's most dynamic and strategically vital cities. Frank Welsh traces the full arc of Hong Kong's story, from its origins as a modest fishing settlement through its seizure by the British in the aftermath of the First Opium War, its evolution into a thriving colonial entrepôt, and its eventual handover to China in 1997. Written with authority and rich detail, Welsh presents the complex interplay of Eastern and Western cultures, commerce, and politics that shaped a uniquely hybrid society unlike any other in the world. The narrative illuminates the ambitions of empire, the resilience of its inhabitants, and the extraordinary economic forces that turned a barren outcrop into a global financial powerhouse. Thoroughly researched and compellingly told, this is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the forces that made Hong Kong the singular, fascinating place it remains today.