Memoirs and observations, topographical, physical, mathematical, mechanical, natural, civil and ecclesiastical. Made in a late journey through the Empire of China, and published in several letters. Particularly upon the Chinese pottery and varnishing; the silk and other manufactures; the pearl fishing; the history of plants and animals; with a description of their cities and publick works; number of people; their language, manners and commerce; their habits, oeconomy, and government. The philosophy of confucius. The state of Christianity, and many other Curious and useful remarks. Translated from the Paris edition, and illustrated with figures. Second edition very much corrected, with the addition of a map of China, and a table.