Encyclopaedia Asiatica

• ISBN: 8170203252
• Author: Balfour, E. G.
• Pages: 3600 pp
• Year of Publishing: 1982
• Binding: Hardbound
• Publisher: Cosmo Publications

This monumental work, Encyclopaedia Asiatica by Edward Balfour, provides an exhaustive overview of India, the subcontinent, and Asia as a whole, offering insights into the land, people, culture, commerce, sciences, arts, and natural resources up until the 19th century. Spanning over 30 million square kilometers, this encyclopaedia covers a vast geographical area, including regions from the Russian Caucasus, Central Asia, Arabia, and Persia to Afghanistan, Pakistan, China, Japan, and Southeast Asia, including India, Bhutan, and Nepal.

The Encyclopaedia Asiatica is an extraordinary compilation of over 35,000 articles, packed with valuable information. The work includes more than 16,000 indexed headings, enabling readers to quickly locate specific details. This encyclopaedia is alphabetically arranged, making it accessible for anyone, from historians and researchers to non-specialists. It is an essential reference tool for anyone researching the history, culture, sciences, or social structures of Asia.

The encyclopaedia serves as a comprehensive guide, condensing scattered knowledge from numerous sources into a systematic, easy-to-reference format. The extensive range of topics covered makes it an indispensable resource for libraries, research institutions, and scholars. The work is printed in double columns and is designed to save time and effort in locating specific information, making it an invaluable asset for academic and general audiences alike.