{"title":"Stephen R. Platt","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eStephen R. Platt\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished historian renowned for his in-depth exploration of Chinese history. Platt's meticulous research and engaging prose bring to life pivotal moments in China's past, making complex historical events accessible and intriguing to a broad audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his critically acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eImperial Twilight\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a compelling narrative that delves into the events leading up to the Opium War. Through his detailed examination, Platt provides readers with a nuanced understanding of the geopolitical dynamics and the human stories that shaped this crucial period in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlatt's books are an excellent resource for those interested in \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e categories, offering fresh perspectives and a profound appreciation for the intricacies of China's historical landscape. Whether you are a scholar, student, or history enthusiast, Stephen R. Platt’s writings are sure to enrich your knowledge and spark your curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"imperial-twilight-by-stephen-r-platt-9781786494870","title":"Imperial Twilight","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFinancial Times\u003c\/em\u003e' best history books of the year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/em\u003e' best history books of the year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1839 Britain embarked on the first of its wars with China, sealing the fate of the most prosperous and powerful empire in Asia, if not the world. Motivated by drug profiteering and free-trade interests, the Opium War helped shape the China we know today, sparking the eventual fall of the Qing dynasty and the rise of nationalism and communism in the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eImperial Twilight\u003c\/em\u003e is a riveting and revealing account of the end of China's Golden Age and the origins of one of the most unjust wars in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Entertaining and well-paced... Platt's compelling book is a sobering read that should focus the minds of those who like to talk of the achievements of the Victorian age without thinking about how those were achieved, or how they were funded.' - Peter Frankopan, \u003cem\u003eSpectator\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833190011116,"sku":"9781786494870","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1477743482824.jpg?v=1758444471"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/stephen-r-platt.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}