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As a colonial administrator in Southeast Asia, Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles was known for his progressive policies and enlightened approach to governance. In this fascinating document, he lays out the details of a new land rental system he proposed for the island of Java, aimed at improving the lives of the local population and boosting economic growth. Accompanied by illuminating historical and geographical notes, this book provides a window into the mind of one of the most forward-thinking administrators of his era. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is…mehr

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As a colonial administrator in Southeast Asia, Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles was known for his progressive policies and enlightened approach to governance. In this fascinating document, he lays out the details of a new land rental system he proposed for the island of Java, aimed at improving the lives of the local population and boosting economic growth. Accompanied by illuminating historical and geographical notes, this book provides a window into the mind of one of the most forward-thinking administrators of his era. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.