Britain in China

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The study explores Britain's complex presence in China during its imperial height and subsequent decline, emphasizing the role of urban settlers whose loyalties were primarily to their communities rather than imperial ambitions. Through extensive archival research, the author highlights the interactions and conflicts between these settlers, the Chinese populace, and the British government. It also examines how various British sectors, including missionaries and businesses, adapted their relationships with China, ultimately reshaping the landscape of British imperialism in the region.