Pulling strings in China

by William Ferdinand Tyler

Tyler tells some interesting stories about his adventures as an English volunteer in the Chinese Navy during China's War with Japan in 1895. He describes his career in the Revenue Service established as part of the Customs Service under Sir Robert Hart. He provides interesting observations about foreign relations with China as well as his various forays into Chinese politics as an advisor.

310 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1929