The Opium War: Drugs, Dreams, and the Making of Modern China
by Julia Lovell
Julia Lovell examines the Opium War between Britain and China, exploring its causes, course, and enduring consequences for modern Chinese history and global relations.
About This Book
The Opium War explores the conflict between Britain and China in the nineteenth century and its consequences for both nations.
Julia Lovell examines the role of the opium trade and its influence on Chinese society and politics.
The book situates the war within the broader context of China's interactions with Western powers.
Lovell draws on a range of sources to present a nuanced account of this pivotal period.
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