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The harrowing and true tale of a British woman's abduction and captivity by Chinese pirates in the mid-19th century. Edwards, a noted travel writer and archaeologist, recounts her ordeal with vivid detail and humor, from her initial abduction to her eventual release. Her book offers a rare glimpse into the world of piracy and international relations in the China seas, as well as a fascinating portrait of a pioneering female writer and adventurer.

A Lady's Captivity Among Chinese Pirates is a gripping and harrowing account of one woman's experience of captivity and escape from Chinese pirates in the mid-19th century. Originally published in French and translated into English by A.B. Edwards, the book offers a vivid and detailed description of life on a pirate junk, as well as the challenges and dangers faced by the author in her eventual escape. A must-read for fans of adventure and survival narratives, and for anyone interested in the history of piracy and maritime culture.