A Manual Of The Geology Of India: Chiefly Compiled from the Observations of the Geological Survey Stratigraphical And Structural Geology

The book "A Manual of the Geology of India" emerged from the 1887 Geological Survey Annual Report's call for a revised edition, spearheaded by Mr. Oldham. Its goal was to consolidate scattered geological data for accessibility. The second edition, organized chronologically, showcased advancements in knowledge but excluded economic geology to maintain focus. Despite ongoing challenges with spelling standardization, partly resolved by referencing the Imperial Gazetteer, acknowledgments were extended to contributors like Prof. Suess and Dr. Blanford. Covering diverse geological topics, from drainage systems to the Himalayas' age and origin, the book provided valuable insights into the geological history of the Indian Peninsula.