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Title: Licht- en schaduwbeelden uit de Binnenlanden van Java

Note: Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg (This book was produced from scanned images of
public domain material from the Google Books project.)

Summary: "Licht- en schaduwbeelden uit de Binnenlanden van Java" by Franz Wilhelm Junghuhn is a collection of travel narratives and discussions written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the character, customs, and degree of civilization of the Javanese people, as well as the introduction of Christianity to Java and various contemporary issues. Through firsthand observations and conversations, the author aims to provide an insightful commentary on the cultural dynamics and social practices of the region." "The opening of the book sets the scene for an arduous journey undertaken by the author and his companion as they travel through the interior regions of Java. After a long day of hiking over mountains and valleys, they arrive in a small village where their Javanese porters have lagged behind. The narrative captures the initial interactions with the village's inhabitants, highlighting the hospitality and simplicity of life there. The author reflects on the nature of the Javanese people, contrasting their apparent lack of concern for societal norms against the backdrop of their rich and inviting natural environment, while also expressing thoughts about the spread of Christianity and its perceived benefits to the locals. The dialogue between the author and his companion touches on philosophical and cultural themes, providing a contemplative lens through which the reader can understand both the allure and complexity of Javanese civilization." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Junghuhn, Franz Wilhelm, 1809-1864

EBook No.: 52477

Published: Jul 2, 2016

Downloads: 64

Language: Dutch

Subject: Java (Indonesia) -- Social life and customs

Subject: Java (Indonesia)

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Licht- en schaduwbeelden uit de Binnenlanden van Java

Note: Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg (This book was produced from scanned images of
public domain material from the Google Books project.)

Summary: "Licht- en schaduwbeelden uit de Binnenlanden van Java" by Franz Wilhelm Junghuhn is a collection of travel narratives and discussions written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the character, customs, and degree of civilization of the Javanese people, as well as the introduction of Christianity to Java and various contemporary issues. Through firsthand observations and conversations, the author aims to provide an insightful commentary on the cultural dynamics and social practices of the region." "The opening of the book sets the scene for an arduous journey undertaken by the author and his companion as they travel through the interior regions of Java. After a long day of hiking over mountains and valleys, they arrive in a small village where their Javanese porters have lagged behind. The narrative captures the initial interactions with the village's inhabitants, highlighting the hospitality and simplicity of life there. The author reflects on the nature of the Javanese people, contrasting their apparent lack of concern for societal norms against the backdrop of their rich and inviting natural environment, while also expressing thoughts about the spread of Christianity and its perceived benefits to the locals. The dialogue between the author and his companion touches on philosophical and cultural themes, providing a contemplative lens through which the reader can understand both the allure and complexity of Javanese civilization." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Junghuhn, Franz Wilhelm, 1809-1864

EBook No.: 52477

Published: Jul 2, 2016

Downloads: 64

Language: Dutch

Subject: Java (Indonesia) -- Social life and customs

Subject: Java (Indonesia)

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.