A Corner of Cathay: Studies from Life Among the Chinese is a book written by Adele Marion Fielde, first published in 1894. The book is a collection of personal observations and experiences of the author during her time in China, where she lived and worked as a missionary and teacher. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Chinese life, such as religion, customs, and social norms. Fielde's writing is descriptive and vivid, and she provides a unique insight into the daily lives of the Chinese people. Fielde's observations are not limited to the positive aspects of Chinese culture, as she also discusses the challenges and issues faced by the Chinese people, such as poverty and corruption. Overall, A Corner of Cathay is a fascinating and informative account of life in China during the late 19th century, written by a woman who was deeply immersed in Chinese culture and society.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.