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100	1		_aMarsden, William, _d1754-1836
245	1	4	_aThe history of Sumatra
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-09-28
508			_aProduced by Sue Asscher
520			_a"The History of Sumatra" by William Marsden is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the island of Sumatra, detailing its government, laws, customs, and natural productions, as well as exploring the political state of the island in ancient times. It seeks to fill a significant gap in knowledge regarding Sumatra, particularly its interior and the various cultures of its native inhabitants. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Sumatra's geographical and cultural context. It outlines the island’s location, climate, and physical features, introducing its diverse ecosystems and natural resources. Marsden highlights the historical neglect of Sumatra in the writings of earlier European travelers and emphasizes the importance of accurately documenting the island’s complexities, ranging from its landscape and mineral wealth to its varied inhabitants and their traditions. The author aims to offer an authentic portrayal based on his observations and the knowledge acquired during his time in Sumatra, establishing the significance of the island in both natural history and cultural studies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aNatural history -- Indonesia -- Sumatra
653			_aSumatra (Indonesia)
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16768
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