Understanding Imperial China: Dynasties, Life, and Culture

Opium, Trade, and War in Imperial China

Educational Sep 22, 2017 30 min The Great Courses Signature Collection

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S1 E1: Begin by examining a pervasive symbol of late imperial China: opium. Learn about the history of opium use, the ritual of opium smoking, and the luxurious opium culture of the Chinese elite. Note how opium became inextricably linked with imperial culture, society, and economics. Chart the role of the British opium trade, the Opium Wars, and Chinese measures to eradicate the drug.

Educational Sep 22, 2017 30 min The Great Courses Signature Collection

TV-PG

Information

Released: 2017
Run Time: 30 min
Rated: TV-PG

Languages

Original Audio: English
Audio: English (AAC), English (United States)
Subtitles: English (CC)

Accessibility

: Closed captions (CC) refer to subtitles in the available language with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.