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H.B. Morse: Customs Commissioner and Historian of China

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Explore the extraordinary life of H.B. Morse, a key figure in late imperial China. This definitive biography, initiated by renowned scholar John King Fairbank, chronicles Morse’s impactful career with the Imperial Chinese Maritime Customs Service. Gain deep insights into China’s economy, foreign relations, and the Western role during a transformative era. Based on Morse’s rich personal archives, the book illuminates crucial moments in modern Chinese history and the foundations of China studies. Essential for historians, students of East Asian studies, and enthusiasts of international relations researching China.

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