Publisher's Synopsis
""Sketches, Civil And Military, Of The Island Of Java And Its Immediate Dependencies"" is a book written by John Joseph Stockdale in 1812. The book provides a detailed account of the island of Java and its surrounding areas, including interesting details of Batavia, the capital city of the Dutch East Indies. The author also provides authentic particulars of the celebrated poison tree, which is a rare plant that was believed to be poisonous and used for various purposes in traditional medicine. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Java and its neighboring regions. It provides a unique insight into the island's social, political, and economic conditions during the early 19th century. The author's vivid descriptions and engaging narrative style make the book an enjoyable and informative read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.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.