Fifty Years In Ceylon (1891)

Fifty Years In Ceylon is a historical book written by Thomas Skinner and first published in 1891. The book is a memoir of Skinner's life and experiences in Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka) during the 19th century. Skinner arrived in Ceylon in 1832 as a young man and spent the next fifty years there, working as a missionary, teacher, and administrator.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Skinner's life in Ceylon. He writes about his early years in the country, his work as a missionary, his experiences teaching at various schools, and his involvement in the administration of the country. Skinner also provides a detailed account of the social and cultural life of Ceylon during his time there, including descriptions of the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the people he encountered.Throughout the book, Skinner offers his observations and opinions on a wide range of topics, including religion, education, politics, and the economy. He also reflects on the challenges and rewards of living and working in a foreign country, and the personal growth and development that he experienced during his time in Ceylon.Fifty Years In Ceylon is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on life in Ceylon during the 19th century. It is also an engaging and well-written memoir that offers insight into the life and experiences of a missionary and teacher in a colonial setting.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.