Management Of Crown Forests At The Cape Of Good Hope

Management of Crown Forests at the Cape of Good Hope: Under the Old Regime and Under the New is a historical book written by John Croumbie Brown in 1887. The book provides a detailed account of the management of Crown forests in the Cape of Good Hope, South Africa, during the colonial period. The author discusses the policies and practices of the Dutch East India Company and the British colonial government in managing the forests and the challenges they faced in balancing economic interests with conservation.The book is divided into two parts, the first part covers the old regime, which refers to the period of Dutch rule from the 17th to the 18th century. The second part covers the new regime, which refers to the period of British rule from the 19th century to the time of publication. The author compares and contrasts the two regimes and provides insights into the changes in forest management practices that occurred during this period.The book also discusses the various species of trees found in the Cape forests, their uses, and the methods used for harvesting them. The author provides a detailed account of the forest industry, including the production of timber, firewood, and other forest products.Overall, Management of Crown Forests at the Cape of Good Hope: Under the Old Regime and Under the New is an informative and insightful book that provides a valuable historical perspective on forest management practices in South Africa. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of forestry and conservation in the region.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.