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About The Book: Old Ceylon: Sketches of Ceylon Life in the Olden Time by John Capper is a nostalgic collection of essays and stories that vividly depict life in colonial Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the 19th century. Through detailed descriptions of social customs, landscapes, and local traditions, Capper captures the essence of the island’s past. The book offers readers a charming and informative glimpse into the culture, people, and daily experiences of Ceylon under British rule. About The Author: John Capper (1814–1898) was a British journalist, editor, and writer who worked extensively in colonial India. He edited prominent publications like The India Mail and contributed to the documentation of Indian society, politics, and economy during the British Raj. Capper’s writings often focused on current affairs, agricultural developments, and social issues, making him a notable figure in Anglo-Indian journalism and historical record-keeping in the 19th century. The Title 'Old Ceylon: Sketches of Ceylon life in the olden time written/authored/edited by John Capper', published in the year 1878. The ISBN 9789371691642 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 229 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.