9788121293020 - Gyan Publishing House Essay on the Productive Resources of India von J. F. Royle (2 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. pp. 465.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Language: English. About The Book: This book provides a comprehensive examination of the resources found in India. Its primary emphasis is on the diverse and plentiful agricultural products within the country, which have a significant impact not only on dietary practices but also on trade and commerce. Additionally, the book delves into the favourable climatic conditions, natural resources, and other factors that have contributed to the growth of such a wide range of products. Numerous examples of agricultural produce covered in this book include sugar, poppy seeds, pepper, various plant varieties, timber, spices, tea, and many other items. About The Author: John Forbes Royle (17981858), Born in Kanpur (then known as Cawnpore) in 1798, John Forbes Royle was a renowned British botanist and instructor of materia medica. He assumed the role of overseeing the botanical garden in Saharanpur, where he played a significant part in advancing the field of economic botany in India. In 1823, Royle was appointed as the Superintendent of the botanical garden in Saharanpur, a establishment that had been set up by the East India Company in 1750 to facilitate the introduction of commercially valuable crops. During his time there, Royle made notable contributions to botanical research and authored several influential books. These include "On the Antiquity of Hindu Medicine" (1837), "On the Culture and Commerce of Cotton in India and Elsewhere" (1851), "The Fibrous Plants of India Fitted for Cordage, Clothing, and Paper" (1855), and "Illustrations of the Botany and Other Branches of Natural History of the Himalayan Mountains and of the Flora of Cashmere" (1939). Royle's writings encompassed a wide range of topics related to India's productive resources. His research delved into the historical aspects of Hindu medicine, providing valuable insights into its ancient origins. Royle's exploration of the fibrous plants found in India yielded valuable information on their applicability in areas such as cordage, clothing, and paper production. As a botanist and educator, John Forbes Royle made substantial contributions to the exploration and documentation of India's productive resources. The Title 'Essay on the Productive Resources of India written/authored/edited by J. F. Royle', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121293020 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 465 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Economic Policy, India,Social Sciences. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 465.