The History of China, Volum 2 |
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Pàgina 6
It was only in the natural course of things that when first a sense of weakness was
felt , the arrogance of the Emperor should become more apparent . To Kiaking
the presence of Europeans on his coasts in increasing numbers appeared in the
...
It was only in the natural course of things that when first a sense of weakness was
felt , the arrogance of the Emperor should become more apparent . To Kiaking
the presence of Europeans on his coasts in increasing numbers appeared in the
...
Pàgina 38
The early life and training of Taoukwang had not been of a nature to bring out his
good points , or to quicken whatever warm sympathies and natural talent he may
have possessed . Brought up in a licentious court , and surrounded by ministers ...
The early life and training of Taoukwang had not been of a nature to bring out his
good points , or to quicken whatever warm sympathies and natural talent he may
have possessed . Brought up in a licentious court , and surrounded by ministers ...
Pàgina 197
If an opinion may be formed on the latter point from the terms of his will , in which
he might be expected to reveal the true tenor of his thoughts , it would seem that
he was averse to all unnecessary display , and it is natural to suppose that this ...
If an opinion may be formed on the latter point from the terms of his will , in which
he might be expected to reveal the true tenor of his thoughts , it would seem that
he was averse to all unnecessary display , and it is natural to suppose that this ...
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