The Famine Campaign In Southern India (madras And Bombay Presidencies And Province Of Mysore) 1876-1878; Volume 1

The Famine Campaign In Southern India (Madras And Bombay Presidencies And Province Of Mysore) 1876-1878, Volume 1, by William Digby, offers a detailed account of the devastating famine that struck Southern India during the late 1870s. This historical work examines the causes, progression, and impact of the famine across the Madras and Bombay Presidencies, as well as the Province of Mysore. Digby’s meticulous research provides insights into the socio-economic conditions of the time and analyzes the effectiveness of the British administration’s relief efforts.This volume serves as an invaluable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of colonial governance, disaster management, and the historical roots of social inequality in India. The book details the human suffering and societal upheaval caused by the famine, and offers a critical perspective on the policies and actions of the British government during this period. 'The Famine Campaign' remains a significant historical document, shedding light on a crucial chapter in India’s past.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.