China: Trade, Politics and Culture, 1793-1980 China: Trade, Politics and Culture, 1793-1980 Access information: Access on or off campus. Description: This digital collection answers a need for English-language primary sources relating to China and the West, 1793-1980. With manuscripts encompassing events from the earliest English embassy to the birth and early years of the People’s Republic, students are given an incredible insight into the changes wrought upon China during this period. Use the database to discover over 200 years of Chinese history, charting the monumental social and political upheaval that recreated China as a modern power. NB: PDF downloads are not available during the trial. Trial ends: 05/04/2017 Click here to provide trial feedback This article was published on 2024-08-21