Excerpt from Java, Siam, Canton: Voyage Autour du Monde
Berceaux de feuillage ombrageant les rues et les canaux. Un hôtel javanais: Brillantes couleurs des costumes. La vie élégante des quatre heures du matin. Une odalisque. Les villas des nababs. Miasmes vénéneux et meurtriers.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader across the globe to 19th century Java, to experience the island's tropical nature and rich native culture through the eyes of the author. The narrative provides vivid accounts of the lush landscapes, diverse wildlife, and captivating traditions of the Javanese people. The author's encounters with locals, including a friendly odalisque, a powerful prince, and a gracious sultan, offer a glimpse into the cultural nuances and social dynamics of the time. Amidst the detailed observations of daily life, the author also delves into the complexities of Dutch colonial rule, offering insights into the relationship between the colonizers and the local population. Ultimately, this book is an immersive and educational travelogue that illuminates the beauty, history, and cultural heritage of Java during a pivotal era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282896072_0
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