Journal of the Proceedings of the Late Embassy to China (1840) is a historical book written by Henry Ellis. The book provides a detailed account of the diplomatic mission to China led by Lord Amherst in 1816. The embassy was sent by the British government to establish trade relations with China, but it was met with hostility and suspicion from the Chinese authorities. The book includes descriptions of the journey to China, the negotiations with the Chinese officials, and the various cultural and social encounters that took place during the embassy. It also provides insights into the political and economic conditions of China at that time. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the early interactions between China and the Western world.Comprising A Correct Narrative Of The Public Transactions Of The Embassy, Of The Voyage To And From China, And Of The Journey From The Mouth Of The Pei-Ho, To The Return To Canton.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.