Journal Of A Nine Months' Residence In Siam (1831)

By Jacob Tomlin

Book Overview

""Journal Of A Nine Months������� Residence In Siam"" is a travelogue written by Jacob Tomlin in 1831. The book documents his experiences during his nine-month stay in Siam (now Thailand) as a representative of the British East India Company. Tomlin provides a detailed account of Siamese culture, customs, and traditions, as well as his interactions with the Siamese people and the royal court. He describes the country's geography, flora, and fauna, and provides observations on the political and economic situation of the time. The book is an invaluable resource for those interested in the history and culture of Thailand and Southeast Asia, and provides a fascinating insight into the life of a British representative in Siam during the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437057918
• ISBN13: 9781437057911
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"