A manual of Indian timbers (with descriptions of their gross anatomical structure, properties and uses) S.K. Purkayastha
Language: English Publication details: Calcutta Sribhumi Publishing Company 1999Edition: 3rd edDescription: xii, 655 pISBN:- 81-7384-095-4
Item type | Current library | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | |
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Book | French Institute of Pondicherry | IFP Ecology collection | FOR 0618 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | EC4948 |
The book deals with gross structure, properties and uses of woods of 1225 indigenous tree species along with their trade, local names, habit and distribution. It has been written with the object of helping in identification and better utilization of the timbers especially the less known ones, which are now being marketed in increasing numbers because of shortage of better known timbers. The book will also help in having a better understanding and kowldge of the wide variation of our timber resources.
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