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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. A drifting riverboat on the Yangtze, the muffled clang of distant temple bells, a haze of incense and intrigue-into this world steps a British observer, notebook in hand, as early twentieth century China unfolds before foreign eyes. Through a mosaic of encounters and impressions, the book captures the pulse of a society in flux: bustling treaty ports, tranquil pagodas, and the subtle codes of daily life, all seen through the lens of a westerner navigating the complexities of Chinese culture. Each vignette, drawn from real moments and conversations, reveals the tensions and curiosities of expat experiences in a land both ancient and rapidly changing, offering a nuanced counterpoint to the stereotypes and simplifications of its era. The writing balances sharp insight with delicate irony, distilling the essence of a travelogue classic while resisting easy judgments or sentimentality. What emerges is more than a chronicle of journeys; it is a meditation on the act of observing itself, as the foreigner's perspective grapples with the limits of understanding and the allure of the unknown. The book's literary nonfiction approach, rich in detail and atmosphere, invites readers to linger in teahouses, traverse crowded markets, and glimpse the rituals that shape Chinese society. Its enduring appeal lies in the clarity and candour of its observations, which remain compelling for those interested in Asia travel memoirs, British authors in China, or the layered realities of cross-cultural encounters. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9789375363682
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - A drifting riverboat on the Yangtze, the muffled clang of distant temple bells, a haze of incense and intrigue-into this world steps a British observer, notebook in hand, as early twentieth century China unfolds before foreign eyes. Through a mosaic of encounters and impressions, the book captures the pulse of a society in flux: bustling treaty ports, tranquil pagodas, and the subtle codes of daily life, all seen through the lens of a westerner navigating the complexities of Chinese culture. Each vignette, drawn from real moments and conversations, reveals the tensions and curiosities of expat experiences in a land both ancient and rapidly changing, offering a nuanced counterpoint to the stereotypes and simplifications of its era. The writing balances sharp insight with delicate irony, distilling the essence of a travelogue classic while resisting easy judgments or sentimentality. What emerges is more than a chronicle of journeys; it is a meditation on the act of observing itself, as the foreigner's perspective grapples with the limits of understanding and the allure of the unknown. The book's literary nonfiction approach, rich in detail and atmosphere, invites readers to linger in teahouses, traverse crowded markets, and glimpse the rituals that shape Chinese society. Its enduring appeal lies in the clarity and candour of its observations, which remain compelling for those interested in Asia travel memoirs, British authors in China, or the layered realities of cross-cultural encounters. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. N° de réf. du vendeur 9789375363682
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. On a Chinese Screen | W. Somerset Maugham | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2026 | Alpha Edition | EAN 9789375363682 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. N° de réf. du vendeur 135709070
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