Description
Records of Sport in Southern India provides a unique historical perspective on sporting pursuits and natural history during the British colonial period. Compiled from journals written between 1844 and 1870, this work documents extensive hunting expeditions and wildlife observations across the Annamullay, Nielgherry, and Pulney Mountains of Southern India.
Beyond Indian territories, the collection also includes valuable notes on Singapore, Java, and Labuan, offering insights into Southeast Asian landscapes and fauna of the era. The journals capture detailed accounts of sporting activities, animal behavior, environmental conditions, and colonial life in remote regions. This historical document serves as an important record of 19th-century exploration, natural history, and the sporting culture of British India, providing readers with authentic period accounts and geographical descriptions.
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