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The Tasman Map – Abel Tasman, the Dutch East India Company and the first Dutch discoveries of Australia

Posted on August 22, 2024 by ianburnet

The first edition of this book, published in 2019, has been sold-out for some time. I have published an updated edition in 2024 with a new Forward and Preface. The book is available from the usual online retailers, from the … Continue reading →

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Joseph Conrad in Singapore

Posted on May 20, 2024 by ianburnet

A metal plaque dedicated to Joseph Conrad stands in front of the Fullerton Hotel in Singapore. The text on the memorial describes Conrad as a “British Master Mariner and great English writer who made Singapore and the whole of Southeast … Continue reading →

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2013 – 2023 The top ten posts of the decade

Posted on January 21, 2024 by ianburnet

After 10 years of blogging there have been 152502 views by thousands of followers and here are the top blogs of all time. Please go to the search button to find the blogs you may have missed. Thanks to all … Continue reading →

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The Makalamau Drum is shattered in Museum fire (Updated)

Posted on December 17, 2023 by ianburnet

The largest Dong Son type drum found in Indonesia is the Makalamau Drum which was discovered on the island of Sangeang off the island of Sumbawa. The Makalamau Drum is 122 centimetres in diameter and in the centre is a … Continue reading →

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The Glass Islands – Book Review

Posted on November 12, 2023 by ianburnet

THE GLASS ISLANDS, by Mark Heyward Published by Monsoon Books Reviewed by Ian Burnet Mark Heyward in his book ‘The Glass Islands’ tells the story of building a family home on the Indonesian island of Lombok. However, he has achieved … Continue reading →

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Joseph Conrad at the Ubud Writers Festival

Posted on October 8, 2023 by ianburnet

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The Makalamau Drum of Sangeang Island

Posted on July 23, 2023 by ianburnet

The Đông Sơn drum is a type of ancient  bronze drum created by the Đông Sơn culture that existed in north Vietnam. The drums were produced from about 600 BCE or earlier until the third century; they are one of the … Continue reading →

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Minyak Kayu Putih, Cajuput Oil, Tea-Tree Oil

Posted on June 19, 2023 by ianburnet

Minyak Kayu Putih is found in every household in Indonesia in the form of ointments and liniments for all sorts of aches and pains. It is also used as a fragrance and freshening agent in soaps, cosmetics, detergents and perfumes. … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of Pulau Cendana, Sandal Bosch Eyland, Sandalwood Island or Pulau Sumba.

Posted on May 15, 2023 by ianburnet

Sandalwood is heavy, yellow, and fine-grained, and, unlike many other aromatic woods retains its fragrance for decades. Both the wood and the oil produce a distinctive fragrance that has been highly valued for centuries and it is often cited as one … Continue reading →

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Searching for Sultan Sayfoedin of Tidore

Posted on April 11, 2023 by ianburnet

When I was researching the book Spice Islands I came across an arresting image used in a pamphlet to advertise an exhibition at the Rijksmuseum. After more research I found it was from a painting of Sultan Sayfoedin of Tidore … Continue reading →

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