《中国人的气质》是一部湮没百年的中文译著,鲁迅先生生前曾向国人郑重推荐此书,旨在重视当时中国社会顽固保守的时代氛围下,那些痛感国家落后、人民蒙昧的留学业生们企望国人乘此卧薪尝胆、以求自立的一片苦心。中国人具备并表现出来的诸多美德,每一种都理应获得由衷的赞誉。但与此同时,也有这样一个危险,即先入为主地高估中国人的道德水准。盲目的赞美与不分青红皂白的责难同样有害。
Arthur Henderson Smith Book order
Arthur Henderson Smith was an American missionary who dedicated 54 years to his work in China, becoming a crucial bridge for foreign readers to understand Chinese society. His writings offered intimate portrayals of Chinese life and culture, making them essential reading for those engaging with the country. Smith's deep immersion provided him with unique insights, enabling him to accurately capture the essence of Chinese customs and perspectives for an international audience.

- 2012