The Opium Wars by Hourly History
A History From Beginning to End
This concise historical account delves into the tumultuous period of the Opium Wars, exploring the clash between the British Empire and Qing Dynasty China in the 19th century. The narrative highlights the economic and political tensions that arose from Britain's opium trade and China's attempts to curb the drug's devastating impact on its society. Through a series of conflicts, treaties, and diplomatic maneuvers, the book examines the profound consequences of these wars, which reshaped global trade dynamics and marked the beginning of a new era of Western influence in Asia.
- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 50-60
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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