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Displaying a profound understanding of the local flora, fauna, history and people, William Marsden (1754–1836) provides an important account of a little-known part of Indonesia. Illustrated with botanical drawings, maps and local scenes, the third edition of 1811 is reissued here.
The History of Sumatra
Containing an Account of the Government, Laws, Customs, and Manners of the Native Inhabitants
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542 pages
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7 June 2012
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Summary
William Marsden (1754–1836) spent his youth working for the East India Company in Sumatra, arriving at sixteen and returning to seek new opportunities in England at twenty-five. Through his acquaintance with Sir Joseph Banks, and his interest in oriental studies, which later led to his admittance to the Royal Society, Marsden was inspired to write an account of the island. His history was first published in 1783. Throughout his subsequent life he combined research and writing, especially on o…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781108050487 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1108050484 |
| Author: | William Marsden |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 542 |
| Release Date: | 7 June 2012 |
| Weight: | 1.28kg |
| Dimensions: | 297mm x 210mm x 28mm |
| Series: | Cambridge Library Collection - Travel and Exploration in Asia |
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