Interesting Times
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Interesting Times

Some New Zealanders in Republican China

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eBook - ePub

Interesting Times

Some New Zealanders in Republican China

About this book

Untold stories of New Zealanders shaping China's destiny during a turbulent era.

Interesting Times unveils the remarkable experiences of New Zealanders in Republican China (1912-1949). From missionaries and humanitarians to entrepreneurs and adventurers, their lives intertwine with a nation grappling with warlords, war, and revolution. Discover their motivations, challenges, and lasting impact on a society in transition.

This book is for history buffs, those fascinated by cross-cultural encounters, and anyone seeking untold stories of New Zealanders abroad. Explore the lives of:

  • Rewi Alley, the humanitarian
  • James Bertram, the journalist
  • Agnes Moncrieff, the YWCA secretary
Gain insights into cultural exchange, political upheaval, and the human spirit. Why buy now? Uncover a hidden chapter in history and appreciate the enduring connections between two nations.

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Information

Publisher
Te Herenga Waka University Press
Year
2024
eBook ISBN
9781776922611
Subtopic
World History

Table of contents

  1. Cover page
  2. Title page
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. Illustrations
  6. Maps
  7. Preface
  8. Introduction
  9. 1. The Explorer
  10. 2. The Medical Man
  11. 3. The Humanitarian
  12. 4. The Humanitarian – Sandan
  13. 5. The Reformer
  14. 6. The Journalist
  15. 7. The Journalists – Hong Kong
  16. 8. The Organiser
  17. 9. The Economists
  18. 10. The Nurse
  19. 11. The Teacher
  20. 12. The Pacifists
  21. 13. The Missionaries
  22. After China
  23. Sources
  24. Abbreviations
  25. Bibliography
  26. Index

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