The book ""Descriptive Account of Mauritius, Its Scenery, Statistics, Etc.: With Brief Historical Sketch, Preceded by Elements of Geography, The Latter Designed for Youth"" by John Anderson was published in 1858. The book provides a comprehensive description of the island of Mauritius, including its geography, history, and statistics. The author begins with an introduction to the elements of geography, which is intended for young readers. This section...