Published Dec 22, 2024
The Opium Wars (Encore)
Gary Arndt delves into the tumultuous history of the Opium Wars, examining the British Empire's exploitative trade policies that catalyzed significant cultural and economic tensions with China, while illuminating the enduring implications on Sino-British relations, China's national identity, and the global narcotics trade.
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