The Philippines And Round About

The Philippines And Round About

George John Younghusband

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781120914552
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''The Philippines and Round About: With Some Account of British Interests in These Waters'' is a historical book written by George John Younghusband in 1899. The book provides an in-depth account of the Philippines and its surrounding areas during the late 19th century, including the political, social, and economic conditions of the region. The author also discusses the British interests in the area and their involvement in the trade and commerce of the region. The book is a valuable resource for historians and researchers interested in the history of the Philippines and its neighboring countries during the colonial era. It is written in a detailed and informative style, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the region’s history and culture. Overall, ''The Philippines and Round About'' is an important historical document that sheds light on the complex history of Southeast Asia and its interactions with the rest of the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint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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