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The Experiences of a Planter in the Jungles of Mysore 1st [Hardcover]

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A firsthand account of plantation life in the jungles of Mysore, documenting the challenges and experiences of colonial-era planters. This historical narrative provides valuable insights into 19th-century agricultural practices and jungle settlement in India.

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The Experiences of a Planter in the Jungles of Mysore is a compelling first-hand account that transports readers into the world of colonial plantation management in 19th-century India. Robert H. Elliot shares his detailed observations and encounters while establishing and maintaining plantations in the challenging terrain of Mysore’s dense jungles.

Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, the author chronicles the daily struggles, triumphs, and unexpected adventures faced by planters adapting to the harsh jungle environment. The narrative encompasses agricultural techniques of the era, interactions with local communities, wildlife encounters, and the logistical complexities of managing large estates in remote regions.

This historical document offers scholars, historians, and general readers an invaluable perspective on colonial India, plantation economics, and the pioneering spirit of European settlers. It serves as both an engaging travel narrative and an important historical record of India’s agricultural development during the British colonial period.

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Author

Robert H. Elliot

Publisher

‏ : ‎ Gyan Publishing House

ISBN

9789370972773

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