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This book is an early 20th-century guide to touring the island of Java in the Dutch East Indies, by car. Java was the center of the Dutch East Indies government and a major producer of sugar, coffee, tea, rubber and tobacco. The book provides a glimpse of what life was like in Java during this period, from the bustling port city of Batavia to the mountain resorts of Tosari and Garoet. The author describes the island's many natural attractions, including volcanoes, waterfalls, and rice paddies, as well as its cultural and historical sites, such as the Borobudur and Prambanan temples. The book is full of practical information for travelers, including advice on what to pack, where to stay, and how to get around. It also includes a number of fascinating anecdotes and observations about the people and customs of Java.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an early 20th-century guide to touring the island of Java in the Dutch East Indies, by car. Java was the center of the Dutch East Indies government and a major producer of sugar, coffee, tea, rubber and tobacco. The book provides a glimpse of what life was like in Java during this period, from the bustling port city of Batavia to the mountain resorts of Tosari and Garoet. The author describes the island's many natural attractions, including volcanoes, waterfalls, and rice paddies, as well as its cultural and historical sites, such as the Borobudur and Prambanan temples. The book is full of practical information for travelers, including advice on what to pack, where to stay, and how to get around. It also includes a number of fascinating anecdotes and observations about the people and customs of Java. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781332194216_0
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