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About The Book: Handbook to the British Indian Section by George C.M. Birdwood is a guide prepared for international exhibitions showcasing the arts, crafts, and industries of British India. It highlights India’s rich cultural heritage, emphasizing traditional craftsmanship, textiles, metalwork, and decorative arts. Birdwood aimed to educate Western audiences about India’s artistic achievements and economic potential. The handbook served both as an exhibition catalog and a cultural commentary, reflecting colonial perspectives while preserving valuable knowledge of indigenous Indian traditions during the British Raj. About The Author: G.C.M. Birdwood (1832–1917) was a British colonial administrator, botanist, and historian. He compiled significant works on Indian flora and arts, including Catalogue of the Vegetable Productions of the Presidency of Bombay. Birdwood played a key role in documenting India’s natural resources and promoting understanding of its cultural and botanical heritage. The Title 'Handbook to the British Indian section written/authored/edited by George C. M. Birdwood', published in the year 1877. The ISBN 9789371333436 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 156 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Economics. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.