Publisher's Synopsis
Ceylon and China is a book written by Thomas De Quincey, which provides an account of his travels to Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and China in the early 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on his experiences in Ceylon and the second part detailing his journey to China.In the first part, De Quincey describes the natural beauty of Ceylon, including its lush forests, exotic wildlife, and stunning coastlines. He also provides insights into the culture and traditions of the people of Ceylon, including their religious beliefs, social customs, and economic activities.The second part of the book focuses on De Quincey's journey to China, where he provides a detailed account of his experiences in the country, including his encounters with the Chinese people, their customs and traditions, and their political and economic systems. He also provides insights into the history and culture of China, including its literature, art, and philosophy.Overall, Ceylon and China is a fascinating travelogue that provides readers with a unique perspective on two of the most intriguing and culturally rich countries in the world. De Quincey's vivid descriptions and insightful observations make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Ceylon and China.But, secondly, as to Ceylon being the local representative of Paradise, we may say, as the courteous Frenchman did to Dr. Moore upon the Doctor's apologetically remarking of a word which he had used, that he feared it was not good French - ' Non, Monsieur, il ne l'est pas; mais il m�����rite bien de l'������tre.' Certainly, if Ceylon was not, at least it ought to have been, Paradise; for at this day there is no place on earth which better supports the paradisiacal character.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.
