Irrigated India: An Australian View Of India And Ceylon, Their Irrigation And Agriculture (1893)

By Alfred Deakin

Book Overview

""Irrigated India"" is a book written by Alfred Deakin, an Australian politician and writer, and published in 1893. The book provides an Australian perspective on the irrigation and agriculture practices in India and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the late 19th century. Deakin's work is based on his travels to India and Ceylon, where he observed the irrigation systems and agricultural practices employed by the local farmers. He describes in detail the various methods of irrigation, including the use of wells, canals, and tanks, and how they have helped transform the arid landscapes into fertile farmlands.The book also delves into the social and economic implications of irrigation and agriculture in India and Ceylon. Deakin discusses the impact of British colonialism on the region, the caste system, and the role of agriculture in the local economy.""Irrigated India"" is a fascinating historical account that provides insights into the agricultural practices and social conditions of India and Ceylon during the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of agriculture, irrigation, and colonialism in South Asia.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164916017
• ISBN13: 9781164916017
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"