"The new Ceylon." : being a sketch of British North Borneo, or Sabah
Hatton, Joseph, 1841-1907 (1881)

This book starts with an account of the colonisation of Borneo (the new Ceylon) by the British. Events leading up to the creation of a new British colony are described at the beginning of the book. The rest of the book is dedicated to describing the geographic features of Borneo, its economic activities, and the activities of the North Borneo Company which was given the royal charter to administer Borneo.

[Coast views in the] Strait of Singapore
Dalrymple, Alexander, 1737-1808 (1780)

Nautical charts of the straits and islands of the Strait of Singapore showing reefs, sand bars, and depths by soundings. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps SEC.12.(850.))

[Malay Peninsula] ; Chart of the vicinity of the Horsburgh Lighthouse and adjacent Malayan coast ; Malay Peninsular, eastern coast, Singapore to Timoan
Thomson, John Turnbull (1849)

This map contains three sections. The first section shows part of the eastern coast of Malaysia, part of Singapore, Timoan (Tioman Island) and China Sea (South China Sea). It is a nautical chart showing the sea level of China Sea and the surrounding waters. The second section contains a nautical chart of the vicinity of the Horsburgh Lighthouse and adjacent Malayan Coast, drawn in 1851, and the third section shows a map of the Malay Peninsula, Cambodia, Gulf of Siam, Strait of Malacca, Sumatra a...

[World map]. Insculptum est per Johanne Schnitzer de Artmszheim
Schnitzer, Johannes (1482)

This is a coloured woodcut version of a Ptolemaic world map which was made outside Italy, based on a manuscript of Donnus Nicolaus Germanus of the 1470's. This is also the first printed map to be signed by the artist Johannes Schnitzer of Armsheim who is also known for his woodcut book Buch der Weisheit der alten Weisen, 1483. (British Library shelfmark(s): ORB.40/284.)

1411 Pioneer scouts in action
Pioneer 1411|Boys' Town (Singapore) (1979)

This is a publication of Pioneer 1411, a scout troop of Boys' Town and sponsored by the Assumption English School. This contains details on the leaders of the troop in 1978, history of the troop and training provided by the troop.

1903 Scout Group, Queenstown Secondary Technical School, 21st anniversary, 1958-1979
Queenstown Secondary Technical School (1979)

This publication commemorates the 21st anniversary of 1903 Scout Group of Queenstown Secondary Technical School. It contains messages, the Scout Promise, the Scout Law and records of membership. In addition it reports on the Group's activities and achievements for the period of 1958-1979.

21st century Singapore : implications and challenges for youth : the inaugural Polytechnic Forum '96
National Youth Council (Singapore) (1996)

This publication reports on the inaugural Polytechnic Forum '96 held during the period 12-15 September 1996. It includes the programme, keynote address by Mr. Goh Chok Tong, Prime Minister, and presentations by the speakers, press coverage and lists of participants and facilitators.

A beachcomber in the Orient
Foster, Harry L. (Harry La Tourette), 1894-1932 (1923)

The writer recounts his experiences as he travelled by land and water through Indochina, Siam, the Malay States, Singapore, the Philippines, Japan, China and Hong Kong. His narrative includes descriptions of places and people, incidents and impressions and snippets of conversations.

A chart of Borneo Java and the Philippine islands
(1728)

Map of Borneo, Java, and Philippine islands. Also covers part of Cambodia, Nova Guinea and Nova Hollandia (Australia). (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps C.11.a.5.(36.))

A chart of the coast of Asia, from Cochin China on the east, to Ormus on the west, with Sumatra, Java, and part of Borneo; drawn in 1578, by Joan Martines of Messina
Martines, Joan, 1556-1590 (1578)

Chart of the Indian Ocean; from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal and South China Sea, including Sumatra, Java and part of Borneo. On the listing provided, it's shown as Portolano Da Joan Martines. (British Library shelfmark(s): Harley MS 3450)

A chart of the coast of China from Cambodia to Nanquam with part of Japan
(1728)

Map of Southeastern China and Southern Japan. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps C.11.a.5.(37.))

A chart of the coast of Cormandel and the great Bay of Bengal
(1728)

Map of Bay of Bengal, including eastern coast of India, and western coast of Myanmar and Thailand. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps C.11.a.5.(35.))

A chart of the East Indian Ocean from Cape Guardefoy to Cochin on the coast of Malabar
(1728)

Map of the East Indian Ocean, including part of India and Arabian Peninsula. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps C.11.a.5.(34.))

A chart of the East Indian Ocean from the Islands of Maldivy to Cambodia
(1728)

Map of part of the Indian Ocean, including Malaya, Sumatra and Java. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps C.11.a.5.(33))

A chart of the eastermost part of the East Indies and China, from Cape Comarine to Iapan, with all the adjacent islands
Thornton, S. (Samuel), -1715 (1711)

This map of China, Japan and Southeast Asia appeared in The English pilot, the third book in 1711, originally published by John Thornton in 1703. Thornton based the 'pilot' upon confidential Dutch manuscript sea-charts, mostly those of Bleau's. Samuel Thornton took over the publication after his father's death in 1708, producing a new edition in 1711. Few changes were made to the actual content of the maps, although John's name was replaced with Samuel's in the cartouche. -- Dealer's description...

A chart of the Eastermost part of the East Indies and China, from Cape Comarine to Iapan, with all the adjacent islands
Thornton, S. (Samuel), -1715 (1711)

Map of China, Japan and Southeast Asia appeared in The English pilot, the third book in 1711, originally published by John Thornton in 1703. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps C.22.d.15.(60.))

A chart of the seas between the straits of Banca and Po. Timon with the eastern part of the Straits of Malacca
([1790?])

This map shows Southeast Asia including part of the Peninsula of Malayo (Malay Peninsula), Tioman Island, Po. Panjang (Singapore), part of Sumatra and Bangka Island. It is a nautical chart showing the sea level of the Strait of Malacca, Singapore Strait and surrounding waters.

A chart of the Straits of Sincapura; drawn [by Thomas Bowrey?] on a scale of 8 inches to a degree
Bowrey, Thomas, approximately 1650-1713 (1670 / 1690)

This is a navigating chart of the Singapore Straits, including part of Malaya (Johore) and partial of Indonesia (Bintan) and Timor islands. (British Library shelfmark(s): Add MS 5222.10)

A chart of the West Coast of Sumatra, and isles adjacent, containing the navigation from Acheen head to Keyser's Bay, correctly delineated with various additions & improvements
Heather, William, 1764-1812 (1803)

Map of the west coast of Sumatra and adjacent islands. Relief shown by hachures; depths by soundings. Insets: Entrances to the road of Acheen -- The bays of Mansillar and Tappanooly -- The road of Bencoolen -- The bay of Croee -- A survey of the west coast of Sumatra, from Padang Head to Batang Capay Bay with five coastal profile views -- The bay of SE Labba -- The harbor of Laubo Laubo -- The bay of Hurlock -- A plan of Soosoo. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps C.12.f.1.(32-33.))

A chart of ye East-Indies with the coast of Persia, China also the Philipina, Moluca and Sunda Islands, &c
Moll, Herman, -1732 (1720)

This map is published in Josiah Burchett's A complete history of the most remarkable transactions at sea. It covers the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia, China, Formosa, the Philippines and part of Australia.

A chart showing the navigation through the Strait of Malacca to Singapore, c.
Hobbs, J. S. (John Stratton) (1852)

Chart showing the navigation through the Strait of Malacca to Singapore, & etc. drawn from the late Dutch and English surveys by J.S.Hobbs. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps 60001.(3.))

A collection of charts and views of headlands
(1680)

Map showing Strait of Singapore drawn approximately 1680. (British Library shelfmark(s): Add MS 15737)

A collection of voyages undertaken by the Dutch East-India Company for the improvement of trade and navigation, containing an account of several attempts to find out the North-East Passage, and their discoveries in the East-Indies, and the South Seas, together with an historical introduction, giving an account of the rise, establishment and progress of that great body
Printed for W. Freeman [etc.] (1703)

This eighteenth century publication is an account of the Dutch East-India Company's historical development. It follows its history, from its roots as a small trading company to one of the biggest to ever actively trade throughout the seas. It tells how the company was formed, its activities during its infancy and the progress it made from travelling to ports all over the world to discovering new ship routes.

A East India Archipelago. Western route to China, chart no. 1
James Imray and Son (1875)

Map of Java Sea. Includes general remarks to passage to Banka Strait, Gaspar Strait and Karimata Strait, and the currents. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps 88716.(10.))

A general plan of the town and environs of Singapore
(1857)

Map of the town of Singapore showing major roads, districts and significant landmarks. (British Library shelfmark(s): IOR/X/10178)

A geography of the Malay Peninsula and surrounding countries. Pt. I, Malay Peninsula, Borneo
(1884)

This is the first part of the series, Eastern geography, on the geography of the Malay Peninsula, including a section on Borneo. The series was written for students in the Straits Settlements because of the non-existence of such books giving detailed information on the topic.

A geography of the Malay Peninsula, Indo-China, the Eastern Archipelago, the Philippines, and New Guinea
Keane, A. H. (August Henry), 1833-1912 (1887)

This book provides a geographical account of the physical features, climate, inhabitants and political divisions of countries in the Malay Archipelago, Indo-China, and other parts of Southeast Asia.

A ilha e cidade de Goa metropolitana da India e partes orientais : que esta en 15 graos da banda do norte
Linschoten, Jan Huygen van, 1563-1611 (1595)

An aerial view of the city of Goa, which was the centre of Portugal's Indian Empire and spice trade. Numerous ships occupy the foreground, and the upper part of the engraving is entirely taken up by strapwork cartouches containing the Portuguese and Goan coats of arms, title, dedication to Albert of Austia and a key to sites in the city. This plate was engraved by Baptist van Doetechum and is from Linschoten's "Itinerario", which was a manual for sailing to the East Indies, based on Linschoten's...

A lady's second journey round the world : from London to the Cape of Good Hope, Borneo, Java, Sumatra, Celebes, Ceram, the Moluccas, etc., California, Panama, Peru, Ecuador, and the United States. Vol. 1
Pfeiffer, Ida, 1797-1858 (1855)

This publication is the journal of Ida Pfeiffer, in which she records her journey around the world. In this volume, Pfeiffer describes her travels in Borneo and the Indonesian islands, as well as the social life and customs of the inhabitants of these islands.

A lady's second journey round the world : from London to the Cape of Good Hope, Borneo, Java, Sumatra, Celebes, Ceram, the Moluccas, etc., California, Panama, Peru, Ecuador, and the United States. Vol. 2
Pfeiffer, Ida, 1797-1858 (1855)

This publication is the journal of Ida Pfeiffer, in which she records her journey around the world. In this volume, Pfeiffer describes her travels in the United States, Canada, Peru and Ecuador.

A large chart describeing ye Streights of Malacca and Sincapore
Thornton, Samuel|Thornton, John, ǂd active 1652-1701

"A very rare and important chart of the Straits of Singapore, orientated with north to the right, with an inset of Barella Island. When the chart was engraved the main importance was not Singapore but the routes through the labyrinth of islands in the straits to Borneo and Java. Singapore and the other Straits Settlements only grew as a means to control the area, being secured by Britain in 1824."--From the Certification of Authenticity by Altea Maps & Books.

A large chart describeing ye Streights of Malacca and Sincapore
Thornton, S. (Samuel), -1715 (1711)

Map of the Straits of Singapore, orientated with north to the right, with an inset of Barella Island. Relief shown by pictorially. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps C.22.d.15.(72.))

A large draught of the east end of Java and Madura shewing the Streights of Bally
Thornton, S. (Samuel), -1715 (1711)

Published in The English pilot of 1711, this sea chart shows Java, Madura and the Straits of Bali.

A map of Batavia with all itts forts
Nieuhof, Johannes, 1618-1672 (1704)

This engraved map of Batavia shows the surrounding countryside and forts. It is illustrated with people and animals in the fields and several ships in the harbour. The title cartouche is shown as the wall of a fortress. The map is from the English edition of Johan Nieuhoff's Gedenkwaerdige zee en lantreize.

A map of Java, Borneo and the islands to the eastward of them as far as Nova Guinea
Hamilton, Alexander, -1732? (1744)

This map of the East Indies is from Alexander Hamilton's 1744 edition of New account of the East Indies. Little is known of Alexander Hamilton other than what he tells us in this work, first published in 1727. Written during his retirement, it is a lively account of Hamilton's seafaring life in the service of the East India Company and independently between 1688 and 1723. In one passage, Hamilton states that he was offered the island of Singapore but declined it, explaining that it was "of no us...

A map of South Eastern Asia, from Peking to Singapore; including Tongking, Cochin China, Siam, and the British possessions of Burma, The Straits Settlements, Hong-Kong, Labuan, and British North Borneo, with an enlarged plan of the environs of Hanoi, on the Red River
(1883)

A map of South East Asia, from Beijing to Singapore; including Tonkin (Northern Vietnam), Kochi (south-west coast of India), China, Thailand. With an enlarged plan of the valley of the Song Ka or Red River (Hanoi). (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps 46900.(64.))

A map of the countrys wherein the Malayo language is spoken
(1710)

This map shows the Malay Archipelago, or Maritime Southeast Asia region, which comprises the countries of: Brunei (on the island of Borneo), East Malaysia (with the Malayan states of Sabah and Sarawak on the northern part of Borneo), all the islands of Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore and Timor-Leste (East Timor) where Malay language is spoken. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps * 88715.(2.))

A map of the dominions of Johore and of the island of Sumatra with the adjacent islands
Hamilton, Alexander, -1732? (1744)

This engraved map of Johore and Sumatra is taken from Alexander Hamilton's New account of the East Indies, published by C. Hitch and A. Millar in 1744

A map of the East-Indies and the adjacent countries : with the settlements, factories and territories, explaining what belongs to England, Spain, France, Holland, Denmark, Portugal & c. : with many remarks not extant in any other map
Moll, Herman, -1732 (1717)

This large map by Herman Moll shows the East Indies from the Persian border to New Guinea and the southern part of Japan, including India, Ceylon, southeast Asia, most of China, Indonesia and the Philippines. It illustrates the extent of European influence and trade in the region, at the height of European colonial control.

A map of the world drawn by Antonio Sances apparently for "Domingvos Martis Dorta;" 1623: with coloured drawings, coats of arms of various countries
Sanches, Antonio, active 1623-1641 (1623)

World map with coloured drawings, coats of arms of various countries. (British Library shelfmark(s): Add MS 22874)

A mapp of the islands before Batavia
Nieuhof, Johannes, 1618-1672 (1704)

Uncolored map of Jakarta Bay (Indonesian: Teluk Jakarta) showing the islands surrounding the city and its fortifications. Map has a bar scale, compass rose and decorative title cartouche. It was originally published in John Nieuhoff's Remarkable Voyages & Travells into the best Provinces of the West and East Indies.

A narrative of the early life and services of Captn. D. Macdonald I. N., embracing an unbroken period of twenty-two years, extracted from his journal, and other official documents
Macdonald, D. ([189-?])

The author describes his experiences in the Eastern Archipelago and his observations of the topographic and climatic features as well as the social and economic conditions of the places in which he spent varying periods of time. Encounters with government officials and his involvement in historical and political events in the course of his duties are also recounted. Sir Stamford Raffles was one of the important officials from whom he received instructions.

A naturalist's wanderings in the Eastern Archipelago, a narrative of travel and exploration from 1878 to 1883
Forbes, Henry O. (Henry Ogg), 1851-1932 (1885)

The writer travelled to different parts of the Eastern Archipelago including Batavia, Cocos-Keeling Islands, Sumatra, the Moluccas and Timor-Laut. He describes in detail, with illustrations and maps, the geographical and ethnological features of the places he visited as well as the indigenous flora and fauna.

A new & accurate map of Asia
Bowen, Thomas, d. 1790 (1777)

This is an 18th century map of Asia, spanning from Europe and Africa in the west to Japan in the east; from Frozen Sea (Arctic Ocean) in the north to New Holland (Australia) in the south.

A new account of the East Indies : being the observations and remarks of Capt. Alexander Hamilton, who spent his time there from the year 1688. to 1723. Trading and travelling, by sea and land, to most of the countries and islands of commerce and navigation, between the Cape of Good-hope, and the Island of Japon. Volume II
Hamilton, Alexander, -1732? (1727)

An account of the travels of Alexander Hamilton to the East Indies for the purpose of better understanding the traditions and customs of the indigenous inhabitants of these areas. He also describes the harbours and rivers that he encountered.

A new account of the East Indies, being the observations and remarks of Capt. Alexander Hamilton, who spent his time there from the year 1688 to 1723, trading and travelling, by sea and land, to most of the countries and islands of commerce and navigation, between the Cape of Good-Hope, and the Island of Japon. Volume I
Hamilton, Alexander, -1732? (1727)

An account of the travels of Alexander Hamilton to the East Indies for the purpose of better understanding the traditions and customs of the indigenous inhabitants of these areas. He also describes the harbours and rivers that he encountered.

A new and accurate map of the East India Islands, laid down according to the latest discoveries, and agreeable to the most approved maps & charts
Bowen, Emanuel, d. 1767 ([1750?])

This is an 18th century map of East India islands, covering Indonesia, the Malay Peninsula, Borneo and the Philippines. There are notes written on the map about Phlippines, Borneo, Java, Sumatra, etc.

A new and accurate map of the East India islands. Laid down according to the latest discoveries, and agreeable to the most approved maps & charts. The whole being regulated by astronl. observations
Bowen, Emanuel, approximately 1720-1767 (1744 / 1747)

The map was first published in Bowen's A complete system of geography and reissued by John Harris in 1764. It is notable for being the first map to accurately chart the longtitude of the region. -- Dealer's description.

A new and correct chart of part of the island of Java from the west end to Batavia with the Streights of Sunda
Thornton, S. (Samuel), -1715 (1711)

This nautical chart of the Straits of Sunda shows Sumatra and West Java. The seas are traversed by rhumb lines and of note is the inclusion of the name Cracatoa (Krakatoa), an early reference to the volcanic island. -- Dealer's description.

A new and correct chart of the Straits of Malacca, with the coast of Malacca & part of the Island of Sumatra shewing the soundings, islands, rocks, & sands
Jno. Mount and Tho. Page (1750)

This is a detailed map of of the Straits of Malacca, with the coast of Malacca & part of the Island of Sumatra showing the soundings, islands, rocks, & sands. (British Library shelfmark(s): Maps 141.a.1.(54.). / Maps K.MAR.VI.34.)