Shavings & Scrapes from many parts

"Shavings & Scrapes from Many Parts" by Jules Joubert is a collection of personal stories and thoughts from the author's life during the 1800s. In this book, Joubert shares what he saw and learned while journeying through lands like Australia, New Zealand, Ceylon, and India. He paints pictures of everyday life in these areas and helps readers understand the history and society of the time. The book starts with a dedication to the Savage Club in Dunedin, New Zealand, showing who the author knew. Joubert then talks about his family and growing up, especially noting his family's military past. He jokes about his youthful mistakes while studying in Bordeaux and hints at his desire for adventure, which leads to his many trips around the world, each explained in detail as the book progresses.