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About The Book: The book focuses on both the physical geography and vital statistics of Calcutta. The topographical features such as urban development and climate and the vital statistics such as population, mortality rates, census and demographic breakdown and public health initiatives are covered in the book. These provide a snapshot of Calcutta in the 19th century, illustrating both its rise as an imperial metropolis and the significant challenges it faced in terms of public health and urban development. About The Author: Frederick P. Strong also known as F.P. Strong was a British official and civil engineer who was involved in various public works in Calcutta, (now Kolkata) India. His contributions are mainly in the areas of urban planning, public health and infrastructure development in Calcutta. Strong's most notable work is titled "Extracts of the Topography and Vital Statistics of Calcutta." His work on topography and vital statistics provides valuable historical context for understanding the challenges of urbanization and the public health crisis of that time. The Title 'Extracts From The Topography and Vital Statistics of Calcutta: Embracing observations on these Subjects formed at different periods, and officially submitted to the local authorities written/authored/edited by F. P. Strong', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369206483 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 152 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.