Sir Robert Hart: The Romance of a Great Career

Juliet Bredon (c 1881 - 1937)

"Sir Robert Hart: The Romance of a Great Career" by Juliet Bredon is a biographical work that explores the remarkable life of Sir Robert Hart, a key figure in Chinese history during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book delves into Hart's influential role as an imperial statesman and diplomat, shedding light on his deep involvement in China's political landscape and the challenges he faced. Bredon's narrative captures the essence of Hart's extraordinary career, providing readers with insights into the complex intersections of culture, politics, and personal perseverance in the midst of historical transformation.

Genre(s): Biography & Autobiography

Language: English

Section Chapter Reader Time
Play 00 A Word of Introduction istDG
00:03:42
Play 01 Early Years istDG
00:18:37
Play 02 First Years in China istDG
00:22:19
Play 03 The Beginning of the Imperial Chinese Customs istDG
00:20:58
Play 04 Ordered to Live at Shanghai istDG
00:25:34
Play 05 Ordered to Live in Peking istDG
00:22:26
Play 06 Birth of a Son istDG
00:21:23
Play 07 Yuan Pao Heng Suggests Prohibition of Opium Smoking in China istDG
00:26:06
Play 08 An Important Mission to Hongkong and Macao istDG
00:23:27
Play 09 The Prologue to the Siege istDG
00:24:05
Play 10 Some Quiet Years istDG
00:21:43