“Allowed to keep her throne, Cixi reluctantly instituted some of the reforms that Guangxu had attempted. Both the emperor and Cixi died in the same month in 1908-she of old age, he allegedly of poison delivered at her order. One of Cixi's last acts was to promise the Chinese people a constitutional monarchy in which the emperor would be a figurehead and the power would rest with the people. But it was too late. Not even massive reform could save the system that had ruled China since the Qin dynasty over 2,000 years before.”
Carter tells of China’s past and present and examines the potential of this nation of mystery and wonders, with its vast history, unique political and social institutions, and geographical and cultural nuances.
Author: Alden R. Carter
Title: China Past - China Future
Edition: First printing
Published: New York et al: Franklin Watts, 1994
Physical description: Hardcover; Octavo; 143p
Condition: Near fine dust jacket, copy in very good condition with only issue being light foxing on fore edge.
Comments: Clean, crisp copy
