A Journey from Madras through the Countries of Mysore, Canara, and Malabar |
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| Author:
| Buchanan, Francis |
| Series title: | Cambridge Library Collection - South Asian History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-108-11630-5 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2011 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Multiple-item retail product |
| List Price: | USD $198.00 |
Book Description:
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In 1800 the East India Company surgeon Francis Buchanan (1762-1829) was appointed to survey the kingdom of Mysore in southern India, which had recently come under British control. His three-volume report was published in 1807. It covers society, agriculture, industry and commerce, and is illustrated with engravings.
In 1800 the East India Company surgeon Francis Buchanan (1762-1829) was appointed to survey the kingdom of Mysore in southern India, which had recently come under British control. His three-volume report was published in 1807. It covers society, agriculture, industry and commerce, and is illustrated with engravings.