A Short Sketch Of The Lives Of Francis And William Light, The Founders Of Penang And Adelaide

A Short Sketch Of The Lives Of Francis And William Light, The Founders Of Penang And Adelaide: With Extracts From Their Journals is a historical book written by A. Francis Steuart. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of Francis and William Light, who were instrumental in establishing two major cities in Southeast Asia and Australia. The book includes extracts from the journals of the two brothers, providing a firsthand account of their experiences and adventures. The author also delves into the personal lives of the Lights, exploring their relationships with family and friends, as well as their contributions to the development of their respective cities. The book begins with a brief overview of the background of the Lights, including their upbringing in England and their early careers in the British military. It then goes on to describe their journeys to Southeast Asia and Australia, where they established Penang and Adelaide, respectively. Throughout the book, the author provides insight into the challenges and obstacles that the Lights faced in their efforts to establish these cities, including conflicts with local authorities and indigenous populations. The book also explores the legacy of the Lights, examining their lasting impact on the development and growth of these two important cities. Overall, A Short Sketch Of The Lives Of Francis And William Light, The Founders Of Penang And Adelaide: With Extracts From Their Journals is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the lives and accomplishments of two important historical figures.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.