Gold, Sport, and Coffee Planting in Mysore With chapters on coffee planting in Coorg, the Mysore representative assembly, the Indian congress, caste and the Indian silver question, being the 38 years' experiences of a Mysore planter

The book offers a vivid, first‑hand portrait of life in late‑19th‑century Mysore, seen through the eyes of a long‑time planter who arrived as a young man in 1855. He weaves together the rhythms of coffee estates, the excitement of gold‑mine excursions, and the pleasures of sport, while also noting how the region’s landscape and infrastructure changed over nearly four decades. Listeners will feel the heat of the plantation fields, hear the clatter of railways crossing the desert, and sense the optimism of a colony on the move.

Beyond personal anecdotes, the work delves into broader topics that shaped the era: the development of coffee cultivation in Coorg, the workings of the Mysore Representative Assembly, and the early stirrings of the Indian National Congress. Thoughtfully written chapters explore caste dynamics, the “Indian silver question,” and practical advice on manures and game law, drawing on a wide network of local officials and fellow planters. The result is a richly textured snapshot of a pivotal period in South Indian history, ideal for anyone curious about colonial agriculture, social reform, and the everyday adventures of a pioneering farmer.