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100 1 _aKoorevaar, A.
245 1 0 _aIn en om Java's Paradijs :
_bDe Aarde en haar Volken, 1907
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2006-11-16
508 _aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/
520 _a"In en om Java's Paradijs" by A. Koorevaar is a travelogue written during the early 20th century. The book explores the enchanting Tengger region of East Java, renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. Through its detailed descriptions and vivid imagery, the text immerses readers in a land steeped in mystery, marked by volcanic features, traditional customs, and subtropical flora, offering both a historical overview and contemporary insights into the area. The narrative unfolds with a journey to the highlands of Tengger, particularly to the sanatorium of Tosari, which has long been a health retreat for both locals and visitors. Koorevaar vividly depicts the topography, including the majestic Bromo volcano and the surrounding areas, while reflecting on the region's indigenous inhabitants and their unique traditions, including the annual offering to the gods. The author captures the transformative experience of visitors to the sanatorium while weaving in tales of past exploration, offering rich anecdotes about the evolving perceptions of the Tengger landscape. As the story progresses, readers gain an appreciation for both the natural wonders of Java and its cultural significance, culminating in a reflection on the interplay between nature, spirituality, and community within this captivating paradise. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aJava (Indonesia) -- Description and travel
653 _aCopenhagen (Denmark) -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19832
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