Overview
The search for an elusive plant-species required for his research took the author to North East India and various islands in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago, some of them with restricted entry. Travelling across North East India can be both exciting and challenging. The verdant landscapes and the cultural diversity captivate visitors to no end while the lack of communication facilities and insurgency could be a real challenge to those travelling in the region. On the Grass Trail takes you on an exciting journey across the high mountains, valleys and river-plains of the North Eastern states of Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh while providing insights into the historical, cultural and socio-political background of the region. The travails of the author's journey to the remotest parts of North East India, overcoming adversities and uncertainties, will keep the reader engrossed and riveted to the narrative. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have an irresistible charm that beckons travellers from across the world. The firsthand account on the exquisite charm of the islands, its chequered past, the life and struggle of the islanders, the status of native tribes and their uncertain future make this book a compelling read.
- | Author: N. V. Nair
- | Publisher: Notion Press
- | Publication Date: Dec 13, 2019
- | Number of Pages: 224 pages
- | Language: English
- | Binding: Paperback
- | ISBN-10: 164733926X
- | ISBN-13: 9781647339265
