Chinamen At Home (1900)

Chinamen At Home is a book written by Thomas Gunn Selby and published in the year 1900. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about Chinese people living in their native country. The author, who had lived in China for many years, provides a unique perspective on the daily lives, customs, and traditions of the Chinese people. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Chinese life. The first chapter, for example, discusses the Chinese family and the roles of its members. The second chapter talks about Chinese cuisine, including the types of food that are popular in China and the etiquette surrounding meals. Other chapters cover topics such as Chinese religion, superstitions, and festivals.Throughout the book, Selby provides detailed descriptions of the Chinese people and their way of life. He also includes many interesting anecdotes and stories that illustrate the unique qualities of Chinese culture. For example, he tells the story of a Chinese family who used to keep a pet monkey that was trained to serve tea to guests.Overall, Chinamen At Home is an insightful and entertaining book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Chinese people. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about Chinese culture and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.