Lewchew And The Lewchewans

Lewchew And The Lewchewans

George Smith

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781104141851
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Lewchew and the Lewchewans is a book written by George Smith, which narrates his visit to Lewchew or Loo Choo in October 1850. The book was published in 1853 and provides a detailed account of the author’s experiences during his visit to the island. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on different aspects of Lewchewan culture and society. The author describes the geography and climate of the island, as well as the customs and traditions of its people. He also provides insights into the political and economic systems of Lewchew, and the interactions between the island and neighboring countries.Throughout the book, the author highlights the unique features of Lewchewan culture, such as its language, religion, and art. He also describes the daily life of the people, including their food, clothing, and housing. The author’s observations are accompanied by illustrations and photographs, which provide a visual representation of the island and its people.Overall, Lewchew and the Lewchewans is a fascinating account of a little-known island and its people. It provides an invaluable resource for historians, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the culture and society of Lewchew.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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