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Fresh look at the Boxer War that challenges received views
Offers a panoramic view of the origins of the war
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Long before the emergence of groups like ISIS and Hamas, there existed the Boxers, a faction of religious fanatics in China who sought to eliminate all foreigners in the country at the turn of the twentieth century.
Lanxin Xiang, a masterful historian, expertly narrates the story of this uprising from various perspectives, delving into the motivations and actions of all the key players: the Boxers, the Chinese court, and the foreign powers involved.
As a skilled detective of historical events, Xiang unveils the hidden truths behind this tragic episode, revealing the hubris and short-sightedness of arrogant diplomats and courtiers, the…
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