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BOOKS
Fifty years China (1909) Color Illustrations
Key Facts & Value
Key Fact
Description
A scarce hardcover edition of 'Fifty Years in China', copyrighted in 1900. The book features a striking green cover with embossed title and decorative elements. The binding shows wear consistent with its age. Pages are yellowed with age but retain text and illustrations.
History
This volume was published at the turn of the 20th century, a period of significant upheaval and change in China, including the Boxer Rebellion. The publisher, L. H. Foster, and credited authors, L. H. Foster and G. P. Bostick, were likely involved in documenting or interpreting these events for an American audience.
Facts
The dedication mentions 'old paths' suggesting a focus on tradition versus modernization within China during the era covered. The title itself, 'Fifty Years in China', implies a retrospective look at Chinese history and society leading up to the early 1900s.
Value Fact
Rare books on early 20th-century China can attract significant collector interest. Condition is a key factor, with fair examples of early 1900s non-fiction often fetching between $50-$150, depending on specific content and scarcity.
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