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100 1 _aScidmore, Eliza Ruhamah,
_d1856-1928
245 1 0 _aJava
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2024
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2024-01-12
508 _aPeter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Java: The Garden of the East" by Eliza Ruhamah Scidmore is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a detailed account of the author’s experiences and observations during her visit to the lush island of Java, showcasing its natural beauty and cultural intricacies. Scidmore intends to inspire others to explore Java while providing valuable insights to enhance their appreciation and enjoyment of the region. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to the vibrant and bustling atmosphere of Singapore, which serves as a gateway to Java. Scidmore describes the diverse tapestry of cultures present on the Singapore wharf and reflects on the modern conveniences that contrast with the traditional lifestyles of the locals. She sets the stage for her journey to Java, highlighting the excitement and anticipation of traveling to a place renowned for its natural beauty and richly layered histories. The passage vividly paints a picture of the tropical environment and introduces the reader to the unique ethos of the region, emphasizing her wish to captivate the imagination of prospective travelers to Java. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cNew York: The Century Co., 1897
653 _aJava (Indonesia) -- Description and travel
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/javagardenofeast00scid
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72699
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