Author: Valmik Thapar
Publisher: Orient Blackswan
ISBN: 9788178241500
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Saving Wild Tigers, 1900-2000
Author: Valmik Thapar
Publisher: Orient Blackswan
ISBN: 9788178241500
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Publisher: Orient Blackswan
ISBN: 9788178241500
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Shooting a Tiger
Author: Vijaya Ramadas Mandala
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199096600
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
The figure of the white hunter sahib proudly standing over the carcass of a tiger with a gun in hand is one of the most powerful and enduring images of the empire. This book examines the colonial politics that allowed British imperialists to indulge in such grand posturing as the rulers and protectors of indigenous populations. This work studies the history of hunting and conservation in colonial India during the high imperial decades of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. At this time, not only did hunting serve as a metaphor for colonial rule signifying the virile sportsmanship of the British hunter, but it also enabled vital everyday governance through the embodiment of the figure of the officer–hunter–administrator. Using archival material and published sources, the author examines hunting and wildlife conservation from various social and ethnic perspectives, and also in different geographical contexts, extending our understanding of the link between shikar and governance.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199096600
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
The figure of the white hunter sahib proudly standing over the carcass of a tiger with a gun in hand is one of the most powerful and enduring images of the empire. This book examines the colonial politics that allowed British imperialists to indulge in such grand posturing as the rulers and protectors of indigenous populations. This work studies the history of hunting and conservation in colonial India during the high imperial decades of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. At this time, not only did hunting serve as a metaphor for colonial rule signifying the virile sportsmanship of the British hunter, but it also enabled vital everyday governance through the embodiment of the figure of the officer–hunter–administrator. Using archival material and published sources, the author examines hunting and wildlife conservation from various social and ethnic perspectives, and also in different geographical contexts, extending our understanding of the link between shikar and governance.
Forests and Ecological History of Assam, 1826–2000
Author: Arupjyoti Saikia
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199088810
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
This book presents a comprehensive account of the transformation of Assam's forests and ecology from early nineteenth century to the end of the twentieth century. It locates present-day ecological conflicts in the colonial era when contest over forest, land, and resource began to take new shape. Arupjyoti Saikia delineates how forest resources in Assam were mapped and intergrated with mechant capitalism since the early nineteenth century. He shows how imperial forestry practices led to changes in traditional resource utilization patterns. The book also examines the political economy of conservation practices. It explores the question of law and conservation, role of institutions and organizations, and the changing role of the forests in imperial economy. The book argues how the making of forest policy in the postcolonial period was defind by the complexities of the political matrix. It discusses plantation, silvicultural practices, protection and regeneration of forests, and livlihood practices. The author also analyses public debates surrounding ecology and environmental changes in conservation practices after the 1980 Act.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199088810
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
This book presents a comprehensive account of the transformation of Assam's forests and ecology from early nineteenth century to the end of the twentieth century. It locates present-day ecological conflicts in the colonial era when contest over forest, land, and resource began to take new shape. Arupjyoti Saikia delineates how forest resources in Assam were mapped and intergrated with mechant capitalism since the early nineteenth century. He shows how imperial forestry practices led to changes in traditional resource utilization patterns. The book also examines the political economy of conservation practices. It explores the question of law and conservation, role of institutions and organizations, and the changing role of the forests in imperial economy. The book argues how the making of forest policy in the postcolonial period was defind by the complexities of the political matrix. It discusses plantation, silvicultural practices, protection and regeneration of forests, and livlihood practices. The author also analyses public debates surrounding ecology and environmental changes in conservation practices after the 1980 Act.
The Nature of Endangerment in India
Author: Ezra Rashkow
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0192868527
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
This book is a study of the concepts of endangerment and extinction. Examining interlinking discourses of biological and cultural diversity loss in western and central India, it problematizes the long history of human endangerment and extinction discourse.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0192868527
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
This book is a study of the concepts of endangerment and extinction. Examining interlinking discourses of biological and cultural diversity loss in western and central India, it problematizes the long history of human endangerment and extinction discourse.
A History of Indian Literature in English
Author: Arvind Krishna Mehrotra
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 9780231128100
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
Annotation This volume surveys 200 years of Indian literature in English. Written by Indian scholars and critics, many of the 24 contributions examine the work of individual authors, such as Rabindranath Tagore, R.K. Narayan, and Salman Rushdie. Others consider a particular genre, such as post-independence poetry or drama. The volume is illustrated with b&w photographs of writers along with drawings and popular prints. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 9780231128100
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
Annotation This volume surveys 200 years of Indian literature in English. Written by Indian scholars and critics, many of the 24 contributions examine the work of individual authors, such as Rabindranath Tagore, R.K. Narayan, and Salman Rushdie. Others consider a particular genre, such as post-independence poetry or drama. The volume is illustrated with b&w photographs of writers along with drawings and popular prints. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
Marine Mammals of India
Author: Kumaran Sathasivam
Publisher: Universities Press
ISBN: 9788173714658
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
The Intelligent Dolphins, The Giant Whales And The Inoffensive Dugong Or Sea-Cow Are Among The Most Fascinating Creatures In The Wild. Every Aspect Of Their Way Of Life Is Astonishing Some Of Them Use Sound To See In The Water, Some Of Them Dive To Incredible Depths In Search Of Food, And Some Of Them Sing Complex Songs. Marine Mammals Are So Intriguing That Worldwide There Is A Multi-Million Dollar Industry In Just Watching These Animals. Yet, In India Few Are Even Aware That There Are Many Of These Creatures In The Seas Around The Country A Full Fourth Of The World S 120 Or So Species, In Fact. This Is Due To The Lack Of Information About Them. Most Existing Records Are Scattered In Various Scientific Journals. No Book Published So Far Covers This Group Of Indian Wildlife Adequately. This Book Is Meant For A Wide Range Of Readers Including Children, Wildlife Enthusiasts And Serious Students. A Significant Part Of The Book Is Devoted To The More Than 30 Species Accounts, Which Make The Book A Useful Reference. Glimpses Of Their Lifestyles Are Given Through Several Essays Dealing, For Example, With The Phenomenon Of Mass Strandings Of Whales Or The Reputed Ferocity Of The Killer Whale. Further, Color Illustrations And Character Matrices Meant For Easy Identification Make Marine Mammals Of India A Useful Field Guide. The Extensive Bibliography Makes The Book A Valuable Research Aid. The Accounts Of Whaling And Other Threats Faced By Marine Mammals Highlight The Conservation Requirements Of These Animals.
Publisher: Universities Press
ISBN: 9788173714658
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
The Intelligent Dolphins, The Giant Whales And The Inoffensive Dugong Or Sea-Cow Are Among The Most Fascinating Creatures In The Wild. Every Aspect Of Their Way Of Life Is Astonishing Some Of Them Use Sound To See In The Water, Some Of Them Dive To Incredible Depths In Search Of Food, And Some Of Them Sing Complex Songs. Marine Mammals Are So Intriguing That Worldwide There Is A Multi-Million Dollar Industry In Just Watching These Animals. Yet, In India Few Are Even Aware That There Are Many Of These Creatures In The Seas Around The Country A Full Fourth Of The World S 120 Or So Species, In Fact. This Is Due To The Lack Of Information About Them. Most Existing Records Are Scattered In Various Scientific Journals. No Book Published So Far Covers This Group Of Indian Wildlife Adequately. This Book Is Meant For A Wide Range Of Readers Including Children, Wildlife Enthusiasts And Serious Students. A Significant Part Of The Book Is Devoted To The More Than 30 Species Accounts, Which Make The Book A Useful Reference. Glimpses Of Their Lifestyles Are Given Through Several Essays Dealing, For Example, With The Phenomenon Of Mass Strandings Of Whales Or The Reputed Ferocity Of The Killer Whale. Further, Color Illustrations And Character Matrices Meant For Easy Identification Make Marine Mammals Of India A Useful Field Guide. The Extensive Bibliography Makes The Book A Valuable Research Aid. The Accounts Of Whaling And Other Threats Faced By Marine Mammals Highlight The Conservation Requirements Of These Animals.
An Environmental History of India
Author: Michael H. Fisher
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107111625
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
This longue durée survey of the Indian subcontinent's environmental history reveals the complex interactions among its people and the natural world.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107111625
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
This longue durée survey of the Indian subcontinent's environmental history reveals the complex interactions among its people and the natural world.
On Jim Corbett's Trail and Other Tales from Tree-tops
Author: A. J. T. Johnsingh
Publisher: Orient Blackswan
ISBN: 9788178240817
Category : Forest animals
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
The Essays In This Book Convey The Beauty And Thrill Of Indian Forests And Their Wildlife To The Non-Specialist. Dr. Johnsingh Takes Us For Walks In The Jungle With Him, And We See Through His Trained Eyes What We Would Never Otherwise Look For. In Each Essay He Tracks A Different Animal And Tells Us Not Only Of His Experiences, But Also Of The Habits, Biology And Current Condition Of The Species He Is Discussing.
Publisher: Orient Blackswan
ISBN: 9788178240817
Category : Forest animals
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
The Essays In This Book Convey The Beauty And Thrill Of Indian Forests And Their Wildlife To The Non-Specialist. Dr. Johnsingh Takes Us For Walks In The Jungle With Him, And We See Through His Trained Eyes What We Would Never Otherwise Look For. In Each Essay He Tracks A Different Animal And Tells Us Not Only Of His Experiences, But Also Of The Habits, Biology And Current Condition Of The Species He Is Discussing.
Civil Lines
Author: Rukun Advani
Publisher: Orient Blackswan
ISBN: 9788178240121
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"Indian fiction, collection of short stories and poems."
Publisher: Orient Blackswan
ISBN: 9788178240121
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"Indian fiction, collection of short stories and poems."
Encyclopedia of Environment and Society
Author: Paul Robbins
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1452265585
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 2736
Book Description
The Encyclopedia of Environment and Society brings together multiplying issues, concepts, theories, examples, problems, and policies, with the goal of clearly explicating an emerging way of thinking about people and nature. With more than 1,200 entries written by experts from incredibly diverse fields, this innovative resource is a first step toward diving into the deep pool of emerging knowledge. The five volumes of this Encyclopedia represent more than a catalogue of terms. Rather, they capture the spirit of the moment, a fascinating time when global warming and genetic engineering represent only two of the most obvious examples of socio-environmental issues.
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1452265585
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 2736
Book Description
The Encyclopedia of Environment and Society brings together multiplying issues, concepts, theories, examples, problems, and policies, with the goal of clearly explicating an emerging way of thinking about people and nature. With more than 1,200 entries written by experts from incredibly diverse fields, this innovative resource is a first step toward diving into the deep pool of emerging knowledge. The five volumes of this Encyclopedia represent more than a catalogue of terms. Rather, they capture the spirit of the moment, a fascinating time when global warming and genetic engineering represent only two of the most obvious examples of socio-environmental issues.