""China Opened V1"" is a comprehensive book written by Charles Gutzlaff in 1838. The book provides a detailed account of the topography, history, customs, manners, arts, manufactures, commerce, literature, religion, jurisprudence, and other aspects of the Chinese Empire. Gutzlaff, who was a German missionary and sinologist, spent many years in China and gained a deep understanding of the country and its people. The book is divided into several chapters,...