The first of a series of six volumes on costume published by Miller, showing the costumes of the Chinese from all walks of life. Mason stayed in Hong Kong for several months for the sake of his health, during which time he accumulated for the better information of his friends in Europe, … correct drawings of the Chinese in their respective habits and occupations; the itinerant mechanics and handicraftsmen, in particular. The explanatory text was added either from his own recollection or from the writings of previous travellers.