ABSTRACT

This volume, first published in 1925, presents a clear background to the then-contemporary political situation in China, and in doing so sheds much light on the history of Chinese politics. In focusing on the political organization it generates an insightful study of Chinese government.

chapter Chapter I|23 pages

Theoretical Basis of the Government

chapter Chapter II|21 pages

The Emperor

chapter Chapter III|23 pages

The Nobles and the Privileged Classes

chapter Chapter IV|31 pages

Important Organizations in the Central Government

chapter Chapter VII|30 pages

The Department of Revenues: Finance and Taxation

chapter Chapter VIII|20 pages

The Judiciary

chapter Chapter IX|20 pages

The Foreign Office

chapter Chapter X|34 pages

Other Services in the Central Government

chapter Chapter XI|32 pages

Provincial Government

chapter Chapter XII|22 pages

Territorial 1 Government

chapter Chapter XIII|33 pages

Changes After 1898

chapter Chapter XIV|33 pages

Policies of the Government: Conclusion