Pictorial Journalism in China, 1840–1919 (Vol. 1) (en Inglés) - Congyao Han

This book thoroughly examines the publication of pictorial journalism in modern China spanning an 80-year period, conducting in-depth studies on significant pictorial news publications. It stands as the first comprehensive, systematic, and detailed work in the field of modern Chinese pictorial journalism history.

Employing images as a means of historical preservation, the book depicts, supplements, and verifies history through captivating visuals, enabling a vivid and graphic comprehension of Chinese history. Specifically, this book presents a comprehensive portrayal of the publication and social development of pictorial journalism in modern China. It unfurls a vivid panorama of Chinese modern customs and practices through the lens of visual communication. It intricately captures the scenes of the New Culture Movement, revolution, the interplay between Chinese and Western education, the fusion of traditional knowledge and new ideas, as well as the multifaceted dimensions of politics and social. This book holds great value and provides an insightful perspective for overseas scholars engaged in the study of Chinese journalism and modern Chinese history.