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Goodbye To Old Peking: The Wartime Letters Of U.S. Marine Captain John Seymour Letcher, 19371939
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For Two And A Half Years (19371939), Captain John Seymour Letcher Commanded A Company Of The U.S. Embassy Marine Guard In Peking. During That Time, He Wrote A Series Of Letters To His Parents In Virginia Describing The Life Of A Westerner In The Former Imperial City. During That Same Time, China Was Invaded By Japan.Captain Letcher Describes The Flavor Of Life In Precommunist China The Food, Servants, Cold Peking Winters And Torrid Summers, Hunting, And Excursions To The Major Tourist Sites.But His Letters Also Tell Of The Japanese Slaughter Of Chinese Troops In The Opening Days Of The Sinojapanese War. He Wrote About Life In A City Under Japanese Occupation And The Stirring Story Of The Chinese Guerrillas Rebounding From Devastating Defeat.These Letters And Accompanying Introduction, Preface, And Notes, Draw Attention To The Western Experience In A Place And Time Largely Overlooked By Military Historians And Modern China Specialists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Good-Bye To Old Peking'? A: The book consists of wartime letters written by U.S. Marine Captain John Seymour Letcher, detailing his experiences and observations while stationed in Peking, China, from 1937 to 1939.
- Q: What historical context does this book provide? A: The letters provide insights into life in pre-Communist China during a pivotal time when Japan invaded China, highlighting both daily life and significant historical events.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is John Seymour Letcher, a U.S. Marine Captain who served as a company commander of the U.S. Embassy Marine Guard in Peking.
- Q: What type of book is 'Good-Bye To Old Peking'? A: It is a hardcover used book that features a collection of letters, along with an introduction, preface, and notes.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 262 pages.
- Q: When was 'Good-Bye To Old Peking' published? A: The book was published on April 1, 1998.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is categorized as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the first edition.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or photographs? A: The product details do not specify if there are illustrations or photographs included in the book.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in military history? A: Yes, the book offers a unique perspective on military history, particularly related to Western experiences in China during the Sino-Japanese War.