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About The Book: The Attraction of the Himalaya Mountains: Upon the Plumb-line in India by Sidney Gerald Burrard is a scientific work that examines the influence of the Himalayan mountain range on the Earth's gravitational field, specifically its effect on the plumb-line in India. Burrard explores how the immense mass of the Himalayas causes deviations in the Earth's gravitational pull, which affects surveying measurements. His study contributed to advancements in geophysical research and the understanding of gravity anomalies in the region. About The Author: Sidney Gerald Burrard (1860–1943) was a British civil servant and expert in Indian forestry and natural resources. He worked for the Indian Forest Service and became renowned for his contributions to the study and management of India's forestry and environmental policies during British rule. Burrard authored several important works on forestry, including The Forests of India, which played a crucial role in shaping the field of forestry management in colonial India. The Title 'The Attraction of the Himalaya Mountains: Upon the Plumb-line in India written/authored/edited by Sidney Gerald Burrard', published in the year 1901. The ISBN 9789371339551 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 177 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Geology. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.