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100	1		_aMarryat, Frank, _d1826-1855
245	1	0	_aBorneo and the Indian Archipelago : _bwith drawings of costume and scenery
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2008-10-08
508			_aProduced by Ronald Lee
520			_a"Borneo and the Indian Archipelago" by Frank Marryat is a historical narrative documenting the author's experiences and observations while serving as a midshipman on H. M. S. Samarang during its surveying expedition in the mid-19th century. This work provides an intricate exploration of the cultures, landscapes, and maritime activities encountered across Borneo and the surrounding islands. The opening portion sets the stage for the journey of H. M. S. Samarang, detailing the departure from Portsmouth and the initial stages of the expedition. Marryat introduces his voyage through various locations, including the Canary Islands and Cape of Good Hope, and vividly describes the crew's interactions and encounters along the way. Notably, he emphasizes the importance of accurate representation in drawings, highlighting his own collection of illustrations depicting local costumes and scenery as a vital component of his observations. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at significant encounters with natives, piracy, and the civilizing efforts led by figures such as Mr. Brooke in Sarawak, establishing a rich backdrop for the following chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aMalay Archipelago -- Description and travel
653			_aBorneo -- Description and travel
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26844
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