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The Desk Hong List; A General and Business Directory for Shanghai and the Northern and River Ports Etc. 1882
Author: Anonymous
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Published: 2021-09-09
Total Pages: 70
ISBN-13: 9781013919657
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Catalogue of Chinese Printed Books
Author: British Museum. Department of Oriental Printed Books and Manuscripts
Publisher:
Published: 1903
Total Pages: 236
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Supplementary Catalogue of Chinese Books and Manuscripts in the British Museum
Chinese Middlemen in Hong Kong's Colonial Economy, 1830-1890
Author: Kaori Abe
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2017-09-14
Total Pages: 189
ISBN-13: 1134846819
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The traditional view of the Hong Kong colonial economy is that it was dominated by Western companies, notably the great British merchant houses, and that these firms enlisted support from Chinese middlemen – the compradors – who were effectively agents working for the Western firms. This book, which presents a comprehensive overview of the compradors and their economic and social functions over the full period of colonial rule in Hong Kong, puts forward a different view. It shows that compradors existed before the beginning of British rule in 1842, discusses their economic and social roles in the colonial economy, roles which included activities for Western firms, for the government and to support compradors’ own commercial activities, and outlines how the comprador system evolved. Overall, the book demonstrates that the compradors played a key role in the formation and development of Hong Kong’s economy and society, that they were active participants, not just passive servants of Western companies.
International Chinese Business Directory of the World
Building Shanghai
Author: Edward Denison
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2013-12-20
Total Pages: 873
ISBN-13: 1118867548
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Shanghai's illustrious history and phenomenal future is celebrated in this book, which examines the evolution of the city's architecture and urban form in order to contextualise the challenges facing the city today. The physical legacies that reflect Shanghai's uniqueness historically and contemporarily are examined chronologically using specific case studies of exemplary architecture interwoven in a compelling narrative that unlocks the many mysteries surrounding this amazing metropolis. Some of the most influential colonial architecture in the world, outstanding examples of Modernism and Art Deco, and an exceptional selection of eclectic and vernacular architecture reflecting Shanghai's many adopted cultures are revealed. This is the first book ever to examine this remarkable subject in a manner that is both comprehensive and captivating in its written content and stunningly illustrated with over 300 archive and contemporary photographs and maps.
Troopships of World War II
Author: Roland Wilbur Charles
Publisher:
Published: 1947
Total Pages: 392
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →"This book contains authentic photographs and salient facts covering 358 troopships used in World War II. In addition, other vessels of miscellaneous character, including Victory and Liberty type temporary conversions for returning troops, are listed in the appendices ..."--Pref.
Beans, Bullets, and Black Oil
Maritime Economics
Author: Alan Branch
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2013-04-15
Total Pages: 597
ISBN-13: 1134742673
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Now in its second edition Maritime Economics provides a valuable introduction to the organisation and workings of the global shipping industry. The author outlines the economic theory as well as many of the operational practicalities involved. Extensively revised for the new edition, the book has many clear illustrations and tables. Topics covered include: * an overview of international trade * Maritime Law * economic organisation and principles * financing ships and shipping companies * market research and forecasting.
