The Lion and the Dragon: Britain and China: A History of Conflict

Author: Lawrence James Format: Hardback Number of Pages: 256 'Lawrence James is the doyen of Empire historians' The Spectator 'James' writing is always full of energy and animation; he has an excellent eye for revealing detail' William Dalrymple 'James has a genius for detail' A.N. Wilson Britain and China share a rich, complex history. From the dramatic events of the First Opium War to the modern-day implications of the handover of Hong Kong, The Lion and the Dragon delves into...Read more