Rika: A Dutch Girl's Vacation in Java

By Adèle de Leeuw

Book Overview

Rika: A Dutch Girl's Vacation In Java is a memoir written by Adele De Leeuw. The book tells the story of Rika, a young Dutch girl who travels to Java, Indonesia for a vacation with her family. The story is set in the early 20th century, when Java was still a Dutch colony.The book follows Rika as she explores the island, experiencing the local culture and customs. She visits temples, attends traditional ceremonies, and learns about the history of the island. Along the way, she meets new friends and learns about their lives.The book also delves into the political climate of the time, with tensions rising between the Dutch colonizers and the native population. Rika witnesses firsthand the injustices and inequalities faced by the locals, and her experiences on the island shape her worldview.Overall, Rika: A Dutch Girl's Vacation In Java is a fascinating memoir that offers a unique perspective on life in colonial Java. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Indonesian history and culture, as well as those interested in memoirs and travel writing.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258346591
• ISBN13: 9781258346591
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"