The Achehnese V1

By Christiaan Snouck Hurgronje

Book Overview

The Achehnese V1 is a historical book written by Christiaan Snouck Hurgronje in 1906. It is a comprehensive study of the Achehnese people, who were inhabitants of the Aceh region in Indonesia. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume focusing on the history, religion, and culture of the Achehnese people. The author provides a detailed account of the political and social structures of the Achehnese society, including their religious practices, customs, and traditions. The second volume of the book is dedicated to the military campaigns of the Dutch East Indies against the Achehnese people. The author, who was a Dutch scholar and colonial administrator, provides a first-hand account of the Dutch military operations in Aceh, which lasted for over three decades. The book also includes detailed maps, illustrations, and photographs of the Achehnese people and their environment. Overall, The Achehnese V1 is a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history and culture of the Achehnese people and the colonial history of Indonesia. The book provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the Achehnese society and their interactions with the Dutch colonial administration.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: 1120721814
• ISBN13: 9781120721815
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 468 Pages
• Weight: 2.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"