Yellow Men And Gold

By Gouverneur Morris

Book Overview

Yellow Men and Gold is a novel written by Gouverneur Morris, first published in 1927. The story is set in China during the Boxer Rebellion of 1900, which was a violent uprising against foreign influence and Christian missionaries. The novel follows the adventures of a young American named John Haynes, who travels to China to make his fortune in the gold mines. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful Chinese woman named Lotus Blossom, who becomes his guide and companion. As the rebellion erupts, John and Lotus must navigate dangerous political and social tensions, as well as their own personal feelings for each other. The novel is a thrilling adventure story, filled with action, romance, and intrigue, and offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in Chinese history. Morris' writing is vivid and engaging, and his portrayal of Chinese culture is both respectful and nuanced. Yellow Men and Gold is a classic of early 20th-century literature, and remains a compelling read for anyone interested in history, adventure, or romance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163774707
• ISBN13: 9781163774700
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"