Understanding Imperial China Episode 1, Opium, Trade, and War in Imperial China Episode 1, Opium, Trade, and War in Imperial China.

Streaming video - 2017

Begin by examining a pervasive symbol of late imperial China: opium. Learn about the history of opium use, the ritual of opium smoking, and the luxurious opium culture of the Chinese elite. Note how opium became inextricably linked with imperial culture, society, and economics. Chart the role of the British opium trade, the Opium Wars, and Chinese measures to eradicate the drug.

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[San Francisco, California, USA] : The Great Courses 2017.
2019.
Language
English
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Andrew R. Wilson (actor)
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A Kanopy streaming video
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (31 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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AVAILABLE FOR USE ONLY BY IOWA CITY AND RESIDENTS OF THE CONTRACTING GOVERNMENTS OF JOHNSON COUNTY, UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, HILLS, AND LONE TREE (IA).