Ceylon

Ceylon

Speculum

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120173218
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Ceylon: Her Present Condition, Revenues, Taxes, And Expenditure is a book written by an author named Speculum and published in 1868. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the state of Ceylon, which is now known as Sri Lanka, during the 19th century. The author delves into the current condition of the island, including its geography, climate, and population. They also discuss the economic situation of the country, including its revenues, taxes, and expenditure. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various sources of revenue for the island, including customs duties, land taxes, and income from government enterprises.Furthermore, the author also examines the various expenditures of the government, including the cost of maintaining the civil service, public works, and military expenses. The book provides a detailed breakdown of the government’s budget, allowing readers to gain a better understanding of the financial situation of the island.Overall, Ceylon: Her Present Condition, Revenues, Taxes, And Expenditure provides a comprehensive overview of the state of Ceylon during the 19th century. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Sri Lanka, its economy, and its government during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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