The History Of Ceylon: From The Earliest Period To The Present Time (1845)

The History of Ceylon: From the Earliest Period to the Present Time is a comprehensive book written by William Knighton in 1845. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, from its earliest days to the contemporary period of the mid-19th century. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a particular period in the island's history. The author begins by discussing the island's prehistoric era, followed by the arrival of the Aryans and the establishment of the first kingdoms. The book then moves on to the colonial period, with the arrival of the Portuguese, Dutch, and British. Knighton provides a detailed account of the political, social, and economic changes that occurred during each period, including the impact of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam on the island's culture. He also discusses the various wars and conflicts that occurred between the different kingdoms and colonial powers, as well as the impact of these conflicts on the island's people. The book concludes with a discussion of the contemporary period of the mid-19th century, including the impact of British colonial rule and the growing nationalist movement. Throughout the book, Knighton provides a wealth of information and insights into the island's history, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Sri Lanka.With An Appendix, Containing An Account Of Its Present Condition.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.