Muirhead, Richard
China: a Yellow Peril?
- ISBN 13:
- 9781905723430
- author:
- Muirhead, Richard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- CFZ Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 116
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 0.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Asia, China,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
China A Yellow Peril? Western Relationships with China by Richard Muirhead The history of contact between the West and China is complex and multifaceted. While some argue that connections date back to ancient times, the 17th century saw the arrival of Jesuit intellectuals who played a significant role in shaping Western perceptions of China. As trade and cultural exchange between the two regions increased over the next three centuries, so too did tensions and misconceptions about Chinese culture and society. The "Yellow Peril" scare, which emerged during this period, was fueled by fears of Chinese expansionism and moral decay. However, it also led to a greater appreciation for China as a cultured civilization, with influences evident in fields such as art and cuisine. This book explores the Western relationships with China from the 17th to the 21st centuries, examining both the negative impacts of racist stereotypes and the positive developments that arose from cultural exchange.
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