Malayan Miscellanies V1 (1820)

By William Jack

Book Overview

Malayan Miscellanies V1 is a book written by William Jack and published in 1820. The book is a collection of essays and anecdotes about the Malayan Peninsula, its people, and its culture. The author, who was a British resident in Penang, Malaysia, at the time of writing, provides a detailed and insightful account of life in the region during the early 19th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the region, the customs and traditions of the people, the flora and fauna of the peninsula, and the economic and political situation of the time. It also includes accounts of the author's travels in the region, providing a fascinating glimpse into the life of a British resident in Malaya during the colonial period. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Malaysia and the surrounding region, and is a must-read for students of Southeast Asian history.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: 1437151132
• ISBN13: 9781437151138
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 520 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"