Gold, Sport, and Coffee Planting in Mysore: With Chapters on Coffee Planting in Coorg, the Mysore Representative Assembly - Hardcover

About The Book: "Gold, Sport, and Coffee Planting in Mysore" offers a vivid portrayal of European settlers' lives in 19th-century Mysore. It delves into the challenges and contributions of planters, the role of English capital in regional progress, and advocacy for irrigation projects. Detailed accounts of wildlife encounters add depth, alongside discussions on estate management and absentee ownership. The narrative also touches on political dynamics, including insights into the Indian Congress and critiques of British monetary policies. Through a rich tapestry of history, agriculture, sport, and politics, the book provides a comprehensive glimpse into the complexities of life in colonial Mysore. About The Author: Robert Henry Elliot (1837–1914) was a pioneering British coffee planter in Mysore, India, known for his writings on plantation life in Mysore and farming in Scotland. Elliot also developed the "Clifton Park System" of farming at his Scottish farm, advocating for organic soil enrichment through deep-rooted plants. His notable work includes "Gold, Sport, And Coffee Planting In Mysore" (1898). His agricultural principles remain relevant for modern organic growers. The Title 'Gold, Sport, and Coffee Planting in Mysore: With Chapters on Coffee Planting in Coorg, the Mysore Representative Assembly, the Indian Congress, Caste and the Indian Silver Question Being the 38 Years' Experiences of a Mysore Planter written/authored/edited by Robert H. Elliot', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362088918 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title.