Canton Boat Women. Article in The New York Organ newspaper
by Osmond, Tiffany
- Used
- Condition
- Good +.
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Garrison, New York, United States
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About This Item
New York, 1849. Good +.. The Chinese sampan or ferry boat system, described by an American observer in China as vital river transportation deftly managed and performed by women. The 9 column inch article describes the "always cheerful, busy and contented" demeanor of the women who operate the sampans in Canton, and gives a detailed account of their daily lives.
Complete single issue of the newspaper, 10 3/4 x 15". Ruffled along left side, not touching the text. Open tear top of masthead.
Complete single issue of the newspaper, 10 3/4 x 15". Ruffled along left side, not touching the text. Open tear top of masthead.
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- Bookseller
- Antipodean Books, Maps & Prints (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 26313
- Title
- Canton Boat Women. Article in The New York Organ newspaper
- Author
- Osmond, Tiffany
- Book Condition
- Used - Good +.
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1849
- Bookseller catalogs
- CHINA;
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