The Timber Trees, Timber And Fancy Woods: As Also, The Forests Of India And Of Eastern And Southern Asia is a comprehensive book written by Edward Balfour in 1870. The book provides a detailed account of various timber trees and fancy woods found in India, Eastern, and Southern Asia. It covers a wide range of topics related to the forests of these regions, including the types of trees, their properties, and their uses in various industries.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the subject. The first chapter provides an overview of the forests of India, their history, and their importance. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into the various types of trees found in these forests, their physical characteristics, and their uses in construction and other industries.The book also covers the various types of fancy woods found in these regions, including sandalwood, ebony, and teak. It provides a detailed account of their properties, their uses, and their value in the market.Overall, The Timber Trees, Timber And Fancy Woods: As Also, The Forests Of India And Of Eastern And Southern Asia is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the forestry industry, woodworking, or the natural resources of these regions. It is a well-researched and comprehensive guide that provides a wealth of information on the subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.