Britain's China Policy and the Opium Crisis

Explore the intricate history of Britain's involvement in the opium trade with "Britain's China Policy and the Opium Crisis" by Glenn Melancon. Published in 2003, this compelling hardback delves into the multifaceted narrative behind the British opium trade, often simplified through the lens of the Jardine Matheson Company archives. With 166 pages of insightful analysis, Melancon presents a range of new theories and facts that challenge conventional understandings of this dark chapter in history. This book is essential for anyone interested in 19th-century British and Irish history, Asian commerce, and the socio-economic impacts of drug addiction. Join Glenn Melancon on a journey through the complexities of international relations and commercial policy as he unravels the true story behind the opium crisis in China.