Ceylon: Past And Present (1857)

By George Barrow

Book Overview

Ceylon: Past and Present is a book written by George Barrow in 1857. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and geography of Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka) during the mid-19th century. The author, who was a British civil servant, spent several years in Ceylon and had a deep understanding of the country's people, customs, and traditions. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the country's ancient history, its colonial past, the landscape and climate, the flora and fauna, the people and their way of life, and the economy. The author also provides detailed descriptions of the major cities, towns, and villages in Ceylon, as well as the various ethnic and religious groups that lived there. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, and is illustrated with numerous maps, drawings, and photographs. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Ceylon, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the country's past and present.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: 1436801826
• ISBN13: 9781436801829
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"