Management of Environment Through Ages : History of Ecology and Environment: India

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Environment and ecology in Indian ethos and philosophy. 3. Expansion of agriculture. 4. Geographical zones: forests, mountains, river systems, oceans and deserts. 5. Management of environment in history. Bibliography. Index.

"Global environment needs rejuvenation after its use and abuse for centuries. This book presents an interpretative and analytical study of the environment and its management detailing major trends, ideas, campaigns and efforts undertaken by rulers and societies from pre-historical to modern times.

Apart from dealing with environment and its related concepts with reference to the Indian sub-continent, the book explores that harmonious relationship between man and nature based on prudent use of resources, as existed in ancient times, must be re-established.

Management of environment through ages (history of ecology and environment: India) is a lucidly written, comprehensive and informative treatise, useful for anyone with an interest in environmental issues."