Forestry in British India (1900)

Forestry in British India is a book written by Berthold Ribbentrop in 1900. The book provides a detailed account of the forestry practices and policies implemented in British India during the colonial period. Ribbentrop, who was a German forester, was appointed as the Chief Conservator of Forests in the United Provinces of Agra and Oudh in 1889.The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the history of forestry in India, starting from the ancient times when forests were regarded as sacred, to the period of British rule when the forests were exploited for commercial purposes. The second part of the book provides a comprehensive overview of the forestry practices and policies implemented by the British in India. It covers topics such as forest management, forest laws, forest products, and forest conservation.Ribbentrop's book is an important contribution to the history of forestry in India. It provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by the British in managing the vast forests of India, and the measures they took to conserve them. The book also highlights the importance of forests in the economic and social development of India, and the need for sustainable forest management practices. Overall, Forestry in British India is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of forestry in India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.