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Perfidious Albion: The Abandonment of Hong Kong,Used
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When Britain agreed to 'restore' Hong Kong to the People's Republic of China in 1984, British spokesmen explained that the Communist Chinese were reforming and would allow Hong Kong to continue its dynamic capitalist ways. But the brutal suppression of the Chinese student protest in Tiananmen Square in 1989 made it clear that totalitarian Beijing does not tolerate even potentially rival centers of power.William McGurn examines the background of the 1984 agreement and the current plight of Hong Kong's 5.8 million citizens. Although they hold British passports, the British government has refused to allow most of them in. McGurn urges the United States and other nations to open their doors to those who want to leave Hong Kong, not only as a humanitarian act but to infuse their own societies with talent and dynamism.
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- Q: What is 'Perfidious Albion: The Abandonment of Hong Kong' about? A: This book explores the 1984 agreement between Britain and China regarding Hong Kong's return, highlighting the betrayal felt by Hong Kong citizens after the Tiananmen Square protests.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Perfidious Albion' is William McGurn.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 24, 1992.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Perfidious Albion'? A: The book contains 144 pages.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'China'.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of the book.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the political dynamics of Hong Kong, the impact of British colonial policies, and the implications of the 1984 agreement on current events.
- Q: Can this book be useful for understanding Hong Kong's history? A: Yes, it provides insights into Hong Kong's political history and the consequences of the handover from Britain to China.