History of late Qing press

Author: Chen Yushen
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: In the earliest modern newspapers founded by the Chinese, intellectuals advocated learning Western methods, understanding foreign affairs, and reforming for self-strengthening, which led to a revolutionary wave spreading across the nation. This book takes the development of the press as the thread and the historical context as the tapestry, conducting a comprehensive examination and study of the creation, evolution, and impact of late Qing press. It emphasizes the relationship between the press and politics, society, and cultural trends, revealing the role and contributions of the press during the great transformations of the late Qing era, and showcasing the spirit of pressmen who used their words to save the nation.