Statement Of The Services Of Sir Stamford Raffles (1824)

By Thomas Stamford Raffles and Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles

Book Overview

""Statement Of The Services Of Sir Stamford Raffles"" is a historical book written by Thomas Stamford Raffles in 1824. The book provides a detailed account of the life and achievements of Sir Stamford Raffles, who was a British statesman and founder of modern Singapore. The book covers Raffles' early life, his career in the British East India Company, his role in the founding of Singapore, and his efforts to promote trade and commerce in the region. The book also includes Raffles' personal observations and reflections on the culture and society of the Malay Archipelago. ""Statement Of The Services Of Sir Stamford Raffles"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in the history of Southeast Asia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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: 1120752868
• ISBN13: 9781120752864
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"