Herbert Allen Giles was a British diplomat, sinologist, and professor of Chinese language. Giles was educated at Charterhouse School before becoming a British diplomat in China.

This text is designed as a key to an understanding of the terms and terminology employed in Anglo-Chinese society at the turn of the 20th century.

It contains twelve captivating short stories that will intrigue readers of any age and keep them connected during each tale. This collection will be a perfect way to develop imagination and reading habits in children.

We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public.

This Elibron Classics title is a reprint of the original edition published by Trübner & Co.; Kelly & Walsh in London-Shanghai, 1877.