Journal of the Proceedings of the Late Embassy to China, Volume 2, recounts the experiences of Sir Henry Ellis during his diplomatic mission to China. This volume provides a detailed narrative of the embassy's public transactions, the voyage to and from China, and the journey from the mouth of the Pei-ho River to their return to Canton. Ellis offers a firsthand account of the interactions and observations made during this significant historical period.
Readers interested in 19th-century diplomatic history, Sino-British relations, and travel narratives will find this journal to be a valuable primary source. Ellis's meticulous record-keeping provides insights into the cultural, political, and logistical challenges faced by the embassy, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of cross-cultural engagement and the broader historical context of the time.
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