History of Sumatra

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History of Sumatra

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William Marsden
The History of Sumatra that resulted (London, 1783) was the first detailed account of Sumatra to appear in any language. It contained copious material on flora and fauna, economic products, social organization, religion, language, and much else, all arranged on the current scientific principles. Marsden was…
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The History of Sumatra that resulted (London, 1783) was the first detailed account of Sumatra to appear in any language. It contained copious material on flora and fauna, economic products, social organization, religion, language, and much else, all arranged on the current scientific principles. Marsden was…
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