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Nature'S Colony: Empire, Nation And Environment In The Singapore Botanic Gardens
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Established In 1859, The Singapore Botanic Gardens Are Arguably The Most Important Colonial Botanic Gardens In The World. Not Only Have The Gardens Been Important As A Park For Singaporeans And Visitors, They Have Had A Significant Role As A Scientific Institution And As A Testing Ground For Tropical Plantation Agriculture Implemented Around The World. As Timothy P. Barnard Shows In Natures Colony, Underlying Each Of These Uses Is A Broader Story Of The Botanic Gardens As An Arena Where Power And The Natural World Meet And Interact.Initially Conceived To Exploit Nature For The Benefit Of Empire, The Gardens Were Part Of A Symbolic Struggle By Administrators, Scientists, And Gardeners To Assert Dominance Within Southeast Asias Tropical Landscape, Reflecting Shifting Understandings Of Power, Science, And Nature Among Local Administrators And Distant Mentors In Britain. Consequently, As An Outpost Of Imperial Science, The Gardens Were Instrumental In The Development Of Plantation Crops, Such As Rubber And Oil Palm, Which Went On To Shape Landscapes Across The Globe. Since The Independence Of Singapore, The Gardens Have Played A Role In The Greening Of The Country And Have Been Named As Singapores First World Heritage Site. Setting The Gardens Alongside The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, And Botanic Gardens In India, Ceylon, Mauritius, And The West Indies, Natures Colony Provide The First Indepth Look At The History Of This Influential Institution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Nature's Colony? A: Nature's Colony explores the intersection of empire, nation, and environment through the history of the Singapore Botanic Gardens, highlighting its role in colonial science and agriculture.
- Q: Who is the author of Nature's Colony? A: The author of Nature's Colony is Timothy P. Barnard.
- Q: When was Nature's Colony published? A: Nature's Colony was published on February 15, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does Nature's Colony have? A: Nature's Colony contains 304 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does Nature's Colony have? A: Nature's Colony is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: What is the significance of the Singapore Botanic Gardens? A: The Singapore Botanic Gardens is significant for its historical role in colonial botany and its impact on tropical agriculture, as well as being Singapore's first World Heritage Site.
- Q: Does Nature's Colony include illustrations or images? A: The product details do not specify whether Nature's Colony includes illustrations or images.
- Q: Is Nature's Colony suitable for academic research? A: Yes, Nature's Colony provides in-depth historical analysis and context that can be valuable for academic research in fields such as history, botany, and environmental studies.
- Q: Can I find customer reviews for Nature's Colony? A: Yes, customer reviews can typically be found on retail websites where Nature's Colony is sold.