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About The Book: Borneo and the Indian Archipelago: With Drawings of Costume and Scenery by Frank Marryat is a richly illustrated travelogue based on his journey through Southeast Asia in the mid-19th century. Combining firsthand observations with detailed sketches, Marryat explores the landscapes, peoples, customs, and colonial encounters of the region. The book offers a vivid account of life in Borneo, Java, and surrounding islands, reflecting both the curiosity and biases of a British traveler during the height of imperial exploration. About The Author: Frank Marryat (1826–1855) was a British naval officer, artist, and writer, and the son of famed novelist Captain Frederick Marryat. He is best known for his illustrated travel books, which blend adventure, observation, and humor. His most notable works include Borneo and the Indian Archipelago and Mountains and Molehills, based on his travels in Southeast Asia and California during the Gold Rush. Marryat’s vivid sketches and lively writing offer unique insights into mid-19th-century colonial and frontier life. The Title 'Borneo and the Indian Archipelago: with drawings of costume and scenery written/authored/edited by Marryat, Frank', published in the year 1848. The ISBN 9789371331586 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 288 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Travelogue. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.