Life and Customs, Part 1: The Incidents of Malay Life is a book written by Richard James Wilkinson and first published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the customs and daily life of the Malay people, who are primarily located in Southeast Asia. The author, who was a British colonial officer, draws on his extensive experience living among the Malays to provide a detailed account of their culture, religion, social structure, economy, and political organization.The book is divided into several chapters, each of ...
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Life and Customs, Part 1: The Incidents of Malay Life is a book written by Richard James Wilkinson and first published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the customs and daily life of the Malay people, who are primarily located in Southeast Asia. The author, who was a British colonial officer, draws on his extensive experience living among the Malays to provide a detailed account of their culture, religion, social structure, economy, and political organization.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Malay life. The first chapter provides an overview of the Malay people, including their physical appearance, language, and history. Subsequent chapters delve into topics such as the Malay family and household, marriage customs, birth and childhood, education, and religion.The author also discusses the economic activities of the Malays, including agriculture, fishing, and trade. He explores the role of women in Malay society, as well as the customs surrounding death and mourning. The final chapter of the book examines the political organization of the Malays, including their system of government and the role of the sultan.Throughout the book, Wilkinson provides detailed descriptions of Malay customs and practices, often drawing on personal anecdotes and observations. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the people and places he describes.Overall, Life and Customs, Part 1: The Incidents of Malay Life is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the culture and history of Southeast Asia. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of the Malay people, and offers insights into their customs and traditions that are still relevant today.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.
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