Ile de Ceylan : croquis, moeurs et coutumes / J.B. van der Aa 1899

"Ile de Ceylan: Croquis, Moeurs et Coutumes" is a book cover by Jean Baptiste van der Aa, published in 1899. This title, published in Louvain, Belgium, is a collection of letters written by a missionary in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), providing an intimate glimpse into the country's customs, culture, and daily life at the turn of the century. The book's cover features a simple design, dominated by the title and author's name in bold, elegant typography, reflecting a classic, scholarly style. This vintage book is a valuable historical document for those interested in Sri Lankan history, missionary accounts, and the societal dynamics of late 19th-century colonialism.