Malaysia: Nature's Wonderland (1907)

By William Fitzjames Oldham

Book Overview

Malaysia: Nature's Wonderland is a book written by William Fitzjames Oldham in 1907. The book is a detailed account of the natural beauty of Malaysia and its flora and fauna. Oldham was a British geologist who spent many years in Malaysia studying its geology, botany, and zoology. The book is a result of his extensive research and observations.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Malaysia's natural wonders. The first chapter is an introduction to Malaysia's geography and climate. The subsequent chapters delve into the various types of forests found in Malaysia, including mangrove forests, dipterocarp forests, and montane forests. Oldham also describes the various types of animals found in these forests, including orangutans, tigers, elephants, and rhinoceroses.In addition to the forests, Oldham also describes Malaysia's rivers, lakes, and coastlines. He talks about the various types of fish and other aquatic life found in these water bodies. The book also contains detailed descriptions of Malaysia's mountains and caves, including the famous Batu Caves.Throughout the book, Oldham emphasizes the importance of conservation and preservation of Malaysia's natural resources. He also highlights the threats to Malaysia's environment, including deforestation and hunting. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Malaysia's natural beauty and the need to protect it for future generations.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: 1166936929
• ISBN13: 9781166936921
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"