This comprehensive grammar and dictionary provides a thorough introduction to the Malay language and culture. With examples drawn from literature and daily life, Crawfurd provides an essential resource for anyone seeking to learn this beautiful and complex language.
Crawfurd's detailed dictionary provides valuable information on the geography, customs, and culture of the Indian islands and neighboring countries. He provides detailed descriptions of the people, their languages, and their way of life, as well as insights into the political and social issues of the time. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history and culture of Southeast Asia.
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
This groundbreaking work offers a detailed analysis of the physical and mental characteristics of African and African-descended people. Drawing on anthropometric data and extensive research, John Crawfurd challenges prevailing notions of race and provides a more nuanced and scientifically rigorous understanding of the diversity of human populations. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of race and racial science.
This book provides a detailed and research-backed account of China's ancient and modern history. It covers every aspect of China, including its literature, religion, government, industry, social state, and much more. The authors handpick the most critical events and themes to give the reader a comprehensive understanding of Chinese history. The book also includes the missions and embassies to the Imperial Court for more in-depth knowledge. A must-read for anyone interested in China and its history.
A classic work of nineteenth-century ethnography, Crawfurd's history offers a comprehensive overview of the cultures, societies, and economies of the Indian Archipelago. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, Crawfurd paints a vivid picture of the richness and diversity of this region.
This is a record of a diplomatic mission led by William Buckland, an eminent geologist and naturalist, to the court of Ava (modern-day Myanmar) in the mid-19th century. The book describes the journey up the Irrawaddy River, the reception of the embassy by the King of Ava, and the negotiations that took place. It also includes an appendix on the geology and paleontology of the region, including the discovery of several new species of fossil mammals.