China's Revolution, 1911-1912: A Historical and Political Record of the Civil War

"China's Revolution, 1911-1912: A Historical and Political Record of the Civil War" by Edwin John Dingle is a gripping historical record that throws you into the heart of China's revolution as it moved from an empire to a republic. Through the author's eyes, you'll see the challenges of reporting on such a massive nation during a time of great change, especially when the revolution jumped the gun on October 10, 1911. Living in Hankow, Dingle gives firsthand looks at the different revolutionary groups and what drove them, bringing key players like General Li Yuan Hung and Sun Yat Sen to life, who were instrumental in fighting the Manchu dynasty. The story kicks off by setting the scene for the revolutionary spirit that aimed to change China's entire government.