Eight Years in Ceylon - Couverture souple

Baker, Sir Samuel White

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1241113106 ISBN 13 : 9781241113100

Editeur : Primary Sources, Historical Collections, 2011

Synopsis

This book, from the series Primary Sources: Historical Books of the World (Asia and Far East Collection), represents an important historical artifact on Asian history and culture. Its contents come from the legions of academic literature and research on the subject produced over the last several hundred years. Covered within is a discussion drawn from many areas of study and research on the subject. From analyses of the varied geography that encompasses the Asian continent to significant time periods spanning centuries, the book was made in an effort to preserve the work of previous generations.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Written to describe the years between 1845-1852, this book by the famous Samuel Baker describes what he saw and experienced in the Island. The narrative starts from the time he first steps on the island till the time he reaches back to Britain. Through out the book the author offers his insight and opinion on the various aspects of Ceylon that he encounters, be it forests, people, customs, hunting, elephants, insect life, natural scenery, and while describing the ruins he gives a brief account of its history.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Primary Sources, Historical Collections
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1241113106
• ISBN 13: 9781241113100
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 428
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible