Asian Novels

 The Boxer Rebellion: A Defining Moment in Chinese History The Boxer Rebellion, which occurred from 1899 to 1901, was a pivotal moment in Chinese history. It was an uprising that was fueled by anti-foreign and anti-Christian sentiment and was a direct response to the increasing influence and presence of Western powers and Japan in China. 👇 The rebellion was spearheaded by a group known as the Society of Righteous and Harmonious Fists, commonly referred to as the "Boxers." This group was composed mainly of peasants who practiced traditional Chinese martial arts, which they believed made them impervious to bullets and other forms of harm. The Boxers were driven by a passionate nationalism and a desire to rid China of foreign elements that they believed were corrupting their society. The Boxer Rebellion unfolded against the backdrop of a China that was struggling to maintain its sovereignty and traditional way of life in the face of modernization and foreign encroachment. The Q

 The Qing Dynasty: A Historical Overview The Qing Dynasty, known as the last imperial dynasty of China, ruled from 1644 to 1911. This period was marked by significant expansion and cultural achievements, but also by internal strife and the pressures of modernization that eventually led to its downfall. 👇 The Qing Dynasty was established by the Manchus, a nomadic people from the region of Manchuria. They seized control of Beijing in 1644, marking the beginning of their rule over China. The Manchus adopted the existing Ming Dynasty's bureaucratic structures and continued to use many of its officials, which helped to stabilize their rule and pacify the Chinese population. Under the Qing, China experienced substantial territorial growth. The empire expanded to include areas such as Outer Mongolia, Tibet, and Xinjiang, making it one of the largest empires in Chinese history. The population also saw a significant increase, from approximately 150 million to 450 million, due to the dynast