Aan de kust van Malabar / De Aarde en haar Volken, 1909

Name: Aan de kust van Malabar / De Aarde en haar Volken, 1909
Author: Émile Deschamps

By Émile Deschamps

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The author offers a travel account of a southwestern Indian coastline, sketching harbor towns, lagoon harbors, and a French settlement, and evoking Mahé with its market, streets, and palm-shaded bungalows. Vivid attention is given to daily life and social customs: market scenes, caste distinctions, coming-of-age, marriage and funeral ceremonies, local trades and dress. The narrative describes landscapes and agriculture—rice paddies, coconut and areca palms, spice and fruit plantings—as well as regional fauna, climate, and harvest practices. Observations mix ethnographic detail with practical notes on food, fuel, and village architecture, conveying both picturesque scenes and everyday rhythms.

About the Author

Émile Deschamps

Émile Deschamps was a notable French author and explorer, recognized for his contributions to travel literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works often reflect his experiences in various regions, providing readers with insights into diverse cultures and landscapes. Among his notable titles are "Aan de kust van Malabar / De Aarde en haar Volken" (1909) and "De Wallis-eilanden / De Aarde en haar Volken" (1886), both of which explore the intricacies of the places he visited. Deschamps' writings are characterized by a blend of personal narrative and ethnographic observation, making them significant for those interested in the intersection of travel and cultural studies.