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Item Details
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EIGHT YEARS IN CEYLON
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| By: |
Sir Samuel White Baker |
| Format: |
Hardback |
| List price:
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£19.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
812060931X |
| ISBN 13: |
9788120609310 |
| Publisher: |
ASIAN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES |
| Edition: |
Facsimile of 1890 ed |
| Pages: |
396 |
| Synopsis: |
Written to describe the years between 1845-1852, this book by the famous Samuel Baker describes what he saw and experienced in the Island. The narrative starts from the time he first steps on the island till the time he reaches back to Britain. Through out the book the author offers his insight and opinion on the various aspects of Ceylon that he encounters, be it forests, people, customs, hunting, elephants, insect life, natural scenery, and while describing the ruins he gives a brief account of its history. |
| Illustrations: |
10 b&w photographs, drawings |
| Publication: |
India |
| Imprint: |
Asian Educational Services |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |
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