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Letters From Sarawak: Addressed To A Child

Letters From Sarawak: Addressed To A Child

McDougall, Henriette

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ISBN10: 054831831X
ISBN13: 9780548318317
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 25 2007
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Letters From Sarawak: Addressed To A Child is a collection of letters written by Henriette McDougall to her young daughter while living in Sarawak, a region in Borneo, during the early 20th century. McDougall was the wife of a Scottish missionary, and her letters provide a unique insight into the daily life and cultural customs of the indigenous people in Sarawak. McDougall writes about her experiences with the local tribes, including their beliefs, customs, and practices. She also discusses the challenges of living in a remote and unfamiliar place, such as the difficulties of communication and the lack of modern amenities. McDougall's letters are filled with vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of Sarawak, including the flora and fauna that surrounded her. Overall, Letters From Sarawak is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Borneo, as well as the experiences of early Western missionaries in Southeast Asia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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