Publisher's Synopsis
The Opium Question Solved is a book written by an Anglo-Indian author in 1882. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the opium trade in India and China during the 19th century. The author argues that the opium trade was a necessary evil for both countries, as it provided much-needed revenue for India and helped alleviate the trade imbalance between China and the West.The book delves into the history of opium use in China, tracing its origins back to the 7th century. It also explores the economic and political factors that led to the opium trade between India and China, including the British East India Company's monopoly on opium production and trade.The author presents a nuanced perspective on the opium trade, acknowledging the harmful effects of opium addiction while also highlighting its economic benefits. The book argues that the opium trade was not solely responsible for China's decline and that other factors such as corruption and inefficiency also played a role.Overall, The Opium Question Solved provides a fascinating insight into the complex history of the opium trade in India and China and offers a thought-provoking analysis of its impact on both countries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
