A Practical Guide to Old Beijing (complete Collection)

About This Novel

"A Practical Guide to Old Beijing" was compiled by Xu Ke, editor of "Qingbailei Chao" and a well-known anecdote. It was first published in the ninth year of the Republic of China (1920), and the third revised edition was published in the twelfth year of the Republic of China (1923). The content of the book is divided into ten parts: 1. Geography; 2. Etiquette; 3. Laws and regulations; 4. Public utilities; 5. Transportation; 6. Industry; 7. Food, accommodation and sightseeing; 8. Historical sites and places of interest; 9. Miscellaneous records; 10. Place names. As can be seen from the catalog, this is an encyclopedia that reflects the appearance of old Beijing in the early 20th century.

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