Ecological Transofrmation in Western Ghats: An Environmental Study of Kerala 1800-2018

By: Mathew, Joshy

Kerala's history reveals a profound environmental transformation shaped by colonial timber policies, mono-crop plantations, and rapid urban expansion. Shifting land use, deforestation, industrial pollution, and tourism challenges sparked local movements determined to preserve the region's fragile, biodiverse landscapes.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 936080374X
• ISBN13: 9789360803742
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: Manohar Books
• Length: 264 Pages