Peep into the Forbidden City

Author: (Russian) Kovalévsky, Yanguo Dong
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: This book is a travelogue written by Kovalévsky as a guardian during 1849-1850, accompanying the 13th Russian Orthodox Missionary Group to Beijing led by. The author dedicates half of the book to describing the journey of the camel caravans across the Gobi Desert. While depicting the natural scenery along the way, he also provides introductions and reflections on the history, society, and customs of the Mongolian region. The other half of the book portrays the life and experiences of the missionary group in Beijing. From the perspective of a foreigner, the author offers an in-depth and meticulous observation of Chinese society after the Second Opium War, presenting a vivid depiction of the life in the capital during the late Daoguang era.