# How does With the Empress Dowager of China develop the theme of Nationalism and Patriotism?

> With the Empress Dowager of China by Katharine A. Carl

## Answer

With the Empress Dowager of China by Katharine A. Carl develops Nationalism and Patriotism across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

The Empress Dowager's concern for China's welfare, her anxiety over foreign threats, and her efforts to balance reform with tradition reflect a deep sense of national pride and the burdens of leadership.

The Empress Dowager's strong national feeling and love for her country, as noted by Carl.

The endnotes discuss the Boxer movement as an awakening of Chinese patriotism.

## Evidence

- [xxxi-the-empress-dowager-s-charities-sense-of-justice-extravagance-and-personal-characteristics](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_the_empress_dowager_of_china_se/chapters/xxxi-the-empress-dowager-s-charities-sense-of-justice-extravagance-and-personal-characteristics.md): The Empress Dowager's strong national feeling and love for her country, as noted by Carl.
- [endnotes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_the_empress_dowager_of_china_se/chapters/endnotes.md): The endnotes discuss the Boxer movement as an awakening of Chinese patriotism.

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