The Gardens of the Sun A naturalist's journal on the mountains and in the forests and swamps of Borneo and the Sulu Archipelago

"The Gardens of the Sun" by F. W. Burbidge is a captivating naturalist's journal chronicling the author's expeditions through Borneo and the Sulu Archipelago. The book unfurls as a vibrant tapestry of late 19th-century travel, intricately detailing the region's rich biological diversity and stunning natural beauty. The author begins with a sea journey, vividly painting the scenes of ports like Port Said and Singapore, and contrasting these stops with the raw, untamed wilderness of Malaysia. The journal highlights not only his adventure, but also a keen interest in the diverse climates, local cultures, unique vegetation, and primordial nature of the islands.