America, Through the Spectacles of an Oriental Diplomat by Tingfang Wu
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| Author | Wu, Tingfang, 1842-1922 |
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| Title | America, Through the Spectacles of an Oriental Diplomat |
| Credits | Produced by A. Light. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Summary | "America, Through the Spectacles of an Oriental Diplomat" by Tingfang Wu is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The work provides a unique perspective on American society and culture as seen through the eyes of an Asian diplomat, examining various facets of American life, politics, and values during the period leading up to World War I. At the start of the text, the author shares his motivations for writing the book, highlighting the remarkable qualities of America that captured his attention during his time residency there. Wu reflects on the evolution of the United States from a small collection of colonies to a significant power, emphasizing concepts like democracy, social issues, and the substantial contrasts between American and Chinese cultures. He touches upon diverse topics such as the significance of names, prosperity, immigration, education, and freedom, weaving personal anecdotes and observations into a broader discourse on values and societal norms. This opening sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of how the author perceives America, driven by a desire to accurately portray both its strengths and shortcomings as a nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | United States -- Civilization -- 1865-1918 |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- 1865-1918 |
| Subject | China -- Social life and customs -- 1644-1912 |
| Subject | China -- Civilization -- 1644-1912 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 609 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 93 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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