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Rambles in Java and the Straits: A vivid travelogue of 1852
This edition follows C. W. Kinloch’s journey from Calcutta to Singapore, Penang, and Batavia, sharing practical notes, striking scenery, and humane observations from a formative era of travel.
Readers meet a curious mix of illness, voyage, and expedition as the author records doctors’ advice, sea crossings, and the daily life of ports, plantations, and towns. The pages blend vivid landscapes with reflections on climate, food, and the economics of Java’s coffee and tea industries, anchored by firsthand experiences on Java’s hills and volcanic craters.
The narrative moves through dramatic ports, colonial life, and the challenges of travel in the Straits, offering a window into mid-19th‑century travel writing, coastal commerce, and the social world of the region.
- Firsthand accounts of sea and land travel, including health concerns and practical remedies
- Vivid descriptions of Penang Hill, volcanic landscapes, and plantation life
- Insights into Java’s coffee and tea cultivation, trade, and government systems
- Colorful scenes of port life, local hospitality, and cross-cultural encounters
Ideal for readers of travelogues and historical insights into the Straits era, and for anyone curious about 19th‑century exploration and life in Java and its neighbors.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the author's travels through the Straits of Malacca and Java in 1852. At the time, the Dutch controlled Indonesia (then known as the Dutch East Indies), and the book examines the political and social implications of this colonial rule. The author details his experiences in both Singapore and Batavia (now Jakarta), giving a unique glimpse into the lives of the people living under Dutch rule. The book also provides insight into the history and culture of the region, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Southeast Asia. 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 # 9781332334834_0
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