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The Great Arc The Dramatic Tale Of How India Was Mapped And Everest Was Named, J

By John Keay

2001 • Paperback • Harpercollins Pb

Description

Title: The Great Arc: The Dramatic Tale Of How India Was Mapped And Everest Was Named
Author/Publisher: John Keay (Harpercollins Pb)
Publication Year: 2001
Format: Illustrated Paperback

ISBN: 0006531237. The Great Arc: The Dramatic Tale of How India Was Mapped and Everest Was Named is a non-fiction history book by John Keay, published in 2001. The book recounts the monumental story of the 19th-century Great Trigonometrical Survey of India, a colossal undertaking that spanned decades and ultimately determined the height and location of Mount Everest. This paperback is an engrossing read for enthusiasts of exploration, cartography, and colonial history.

Synopsis

John Keay’s acclaimed work, *The Great Arc*, meticulously chronicles one of the most ambitious and influential scientific undertakings of the British Empire: the Great Trigonometrical Survey of India. This non-fiction historical account plunges into the arduous, decades-long endeavour to accurately map the vast Indian subcontinent.

The narrative vividly brings to life the pioneering geographers, astronomers, and countless individuals who braved immense challenges across diverse terrains. Their monumental efforts not only laid the cartographical foundation for modern India but also led to the remarkable and precise determination of the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, and its eventual naming.

  • The Grand Survey: Delve into the colossal undertaking of the Great Trigonometrical Survey, a scientific marathon that spanned decades and involved immense logistical and technical challenges across the Indian subcontinent. It details the innovative methods and instruments used to measure vast distances with unprecedented accuracy.
  • Measuring the Highest Peak: Discover the thrilling climax of the survey's work, culminating in the precise measurement and identification of Peak XV, later recognised as Mount Everest. This section illuminates the meticulous calculations and dedicated individuals behind this world-changing discovery.
  • Human Endeavour and Sacrifice: Beyond the scientific achievements, the book explores the human stories of perseverance, sacrifice, and adventure. It highlights the determination of the surveyors who battled unforgiving landscapes, disease, and political complexities to achieve their monumental goals.

This engaging work offers a captivating journey into the heart of Victorian scientific ambition and imperial endeavour. It is an essential read for anyone fascinated by the history of exploration, cartography, and the dramatic tales behind the world's most enduring geographical discoveries.

Condition

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Specifications

Format Paperback
Condition Acceptable
Publisher Harpercollins Pb
Year 2001
Type Not Specified
Genre Historical
Topic Exploration
Signed No
Edition New Ed edition
Vintage No
Features Illustrated
Language English
Ex Libris Yes
Inscribed No
Book Title The Great Arc The Dramatic Tale Of How India Was Mapped And Ev…
Item Width 1.3 cm
Item Height 19.9 cm
Item Length 13 cm
Item Weight 180 g
Personalised No
Custom Bundle No
Narrative Type Non-Fiction
Intended Audience Adults

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