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Eight Years' Wanderings in Ceylon
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Eight Years’ Wanderings in Ceylon

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Embark on a captivating journey through 19th-century Ceylon, now Sri Lanka, with Samuel White Baker's "Eight Years' Wandering in Ceylon." This meticulously prepared republication offers a firsthand account of adventure and exploration during the height of British colonialism. Delve into the heart of the island's landscapes and culture as Baker vividly describes his travels, offering a unique perspective on the region's history and geography.

More than just a travelogue, this book provides a window into a bygone era, showcasing the challenges and wonders encountered while navigating a land steeped in tradition and natural beauty. Experience the thrill of discovery and gain insights into the colonial dynamics shaping Ceylon at the time. "Eight Years' Wandering in Ceylon" is essential reading for anyone interested in travel, Asian history, and the enduring allure of exploration.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
194
ISBN
9781023037778

Embark on a captivating journey through 19th-century Ceylon, now Sri Lanka, with Samuel White Baker's "Eight Years' Wandering in Ceylon." This meticulously prepared republication offers a firsthand account of adventure and exploration during the height of British colonialism. Delve into the heart of the island's landscapes and culture as Baker vividly describes his travels, offering a unique perspective on the region's history and geography.

More than just a travelogue, this book provides a window into a bygone era, showcasing the challenges and wonders encountered while navigating a land steeped in tradition and natural beauty. Experience the thrill of discovery and gain insights into the colonial dynamics shaping Ceylon at the time. "Eight Years' Wandering in Ceylon" is essential reading for anyone interested in travel, Asian history, and the enduring allure of exploration.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
194
ISBN
9781023037778