Introductory.--Coming from the Eastward.--Interesting Ocean Phenomena.--Denizens of the Sea.--Bird Travelers.--Delusive Mirage.--A Thrilling Adventure.--Prompt Seamanship.--A Struggle for Life.--Dust of the Sea.--A Dangerous Wreck.--Night Watches.--Sighting the Island of Ceylon.--Adam's Peak, among the Clouds.--A Beautiful Shore.--Steamers and Sailing Ships.--Curious Native Boats.--Singhalese Pedlers.--A Catamaran.--Tempting of Providence.--An Author's Position 1 A Classic Island.--Topographical Position.--Maldive Islands.--Lands rising out of the Sea.--Size of Ceylon.--Latitude and Longitude.--A Link of a Powerful Chain.--Important British Station.--"Mountain of the Holy Foot."--Remarkable…
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