The New Ceylon

The New Ceylon

Joseph Hatton

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104316990
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The New Ceylon: Being A Sketch Of British North Borneo, Or Sabahm (1881) is a book written by Joseph Hatton, which provides a comprehensive overview of the British North Borneo region, now known as Sabah. The book was published in 1881 and offers a detailed account of the geography, history, culture, and people of the region.The author begins by describing the geography of British North Borneo, including its mountains, rivers, and forests. He then goes on to discuss the history of the region, from its early days as a trading post to its eventual colonization by the British. Hatton also provides insight into the culture and customs of the local people, including their beliefs, traditions, and social organization.Throughout the book, Hatton provides detailed descriptions of the various towns and villages in the region, as well as the flora and fauna that can be found there. He also discusses the economic and political situation in British North Borneo, including the impact of the British colonial government on the local population.Overall, The New Ceylon: Being A Sketch Of British North Borneo, Or Sabahm (1881) is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on this important region of Southeast Asia. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and geography of British North Borneo, and remains a classic work on the subject to this day.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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