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Cyprus, as I Saw It in 1879

By Sir Samuel White Baker
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A traveller records a season-long survey of a Mediterranean island, moving between ports, plains, and mountain monasteries while noting routes, climate, and local customs. The narrative blends topographical description with practical accounts of water supply and irrigation, including well-sinking and subterranean aqueducts, together with observations of villages, vineyards, markets, taxation, policing, wages, and food. Chapters alternate travel scenes with technical explanation and political reflection, producing on-the-ground sketches of everyday life, economic infrastructure, and the island's varied landscapes.

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Sir Samuel White Baker

Sir Samuel White Baker was a British explorer, big-game hunter, and author known for his adventurous expeditions in Africa and Asia during the 19th century. His notable works include "In the Heart of Africa," which chronicles his explorations of the Nile and the Albert N'Yanza, as well as "Eight Years' Wanderings in Ceylon," reflecting his experiences in Sri Lanka. Baker's writings often blend travel narrative with natural history, providing insights into the landscapes and cultures he encountered. His contributions to exploration and literature have left a lasting impact on the understanding of the regions he explored.

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