The Cyclopaedia of India and of Eastern and Southern Asia Volume 2nd [Hardcover]

Language: English

Published by Gyan Publishing House, 2025

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Language: English. About The Book: The Cyclopaedia of India and of Eastern and Southern Asia (1857) by Edward Green Balfour is a three-volume work that serves as an extensive reference on the geography, culture, history, flora, fauna, and industries of India and neighboring regions. The encyclopedic compilation includes diverse topics such as medicine, agriculture, zoology, and social customs, offering a detailed portrayal of the Indian subcontinent in the 19th century. This significant work became an essential resource for scholars, administrators, and colonial officials, providing a comprehensive understanding of the region's natural and cultural wealth during British rule in India. About The Author: Edward Green Balfour (1813–1889) was a Scottish surgeon, orientalist, and pioneering environmentalist in India. He made significant contributions to public health, environmental conservation, and zoology. Balfour founded museums in Madras and Bangalore, established a zoological garden in Madras, and promoted forest conservation. He authored The Cyclopaedia of India (1857) and The Agricultural Pests of India (1887), while translating medical works into Indian languages. His ecological awareness, sparked by witnessing environmental destruction in Mauritius, inspired his lifelong commitment to climate change, sustainable practices, and raising awareness about health and environmental issues throughout his career in India. The Title 'The Cyclopaedia of India and of Eastern and Southern Asia written/authored/edited by Surgeon General Edward Balfour', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370148222 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 1140 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 22.59 x 28.94 cms Vol: Volume 2nd Volume 2nd 1140.

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Title
The Cyclopaedia of India and of Eastern and Southern Asia Volume 2nd [Hardcover]
Author
Surgeon General Edward Balfour
Publisher
Gyan Publishing House
Publication year
2025
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New
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
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