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About The Book: The History, Antiquities, Topography, and Statistics of Eastern India by Robert Montgomery Martin is a comprehensive three-volume work. The third volume comprises three books. BOOK I—District of Puraniya offers an exhaustive exploration across eight chapters, delving into geography, history, demographics, customs, biodiversity, agriculture, land use, and economics from pages 1 to 281. Chapter VIII focuses on arts, commerce, and trade dynamics, presenting a comprehensive view of Puraniya. BOOK II—District of Ronggopoor unfolds like a captivating narrative across seven chapters. Chapter I vividly describes the district's geography, soil, rivers, and weather, setting the stage for Chapter II's deep dive into its rich history. Chapter III explores varied topography and ancient treasures, while Chapter IV unravels population dynamics. Chapter V examines living conditions, followed by Chapter VI's exploration of natural resources. Chapter VII concludes with an investigation into Ronggopoor's botanical wonders. BOOK III—District of Assam continues the exploration across five chapters. Chapter I details geography, appearance, soil, rivers, and weather. Chapter II provides a geographical sketch of Outerparh, Decanparh, and Majuli. Chapter III explores rivers, Chapter IV delves into commerce, and Chapter V investigates the Garos' culture and lifestyle. About The Author: Robert Montgomery Martin (1801–1868) was an Anglo-Irish author and civil servant, notable for serving as Colonial Treasurer of Hong Kong from 1844 to 1845. He was instrumental in founding the Statistical Society of London, the Colonial Society, and the East India Association. Martin authored numerous works, including "The History of the British Colonies," which extensively documented British colonial history. His writings offered valuable insights into the governance, economic policies, and social conditions of British colonies, significantly enhancing contemporary and historical understanding