China (Classic Reprint)

Excerpt from China

The object of the present work is to place before the reader the most important factors in the Far Eastern problem; to discuss, as far as space will permit, the various questions connected with its solution; and to give an account of the principal events which have led up to the existing situation. Too little attention has hitherto been bestowed upon the Chinese point of view, which has proved, so far as our imperial interests are concerned, a stumbling-block to British aims in China. It is quite as essential, in order that a thorough grasp may be obtained of the present aspect of affairs, to enter into Chinese pros and cons, as it is necessary to consider British interests and international claims. A book would, in fact, be incomplete which purported to depict the perplexing phases of the problem under discussion, without instituting an inquiry into the political and social forces which are at work in China, and which must ultimately decide the points at issue.

In the belief that it is better to start with a high aim such as this and fail, than to be contented with attempting a one-sided picture suited to a narrow-minded imperialism, this book has been written.

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