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The 'Fan Kwae' at Canton Before Treaty Days 1825-1844

By William C. Hunter
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The author recollects life and commerce in Canton before treaty changes, describing the segregated foreign factories along the Pearl River, sea voyages to the port, shipboard episodes and cargoes, daily routines of merchants and their staff, interactions with Chinese officials and local customs, and practical details of trade and accommodation. The account combines travel narrative, port history, maps and sketches of factory arrangements, and personal anecdotes that illuminate commercial practices, cross-cultural encounters, and how treaty-era changes later transformed those patterns.

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William C. Hunter

William C. Hunter was an author and historian known for his work on early Western interactions with China. His notable book, "The 'Fan Kwae' at Canton Before Treaty Days 1825-1844," provides valuable insights into the lives of foreign merchants in Canton during a pivotal period in Chinese history. Through his detailed observations and accounts, Hunter contributes to the understanding of cultural exchanges and the complexities of trade relations prior to the signing of significant treaties. His work remains a resource for those interested in the historical context of Western presence in China.

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