Travels in Peru and India: While Superintending the Collection of Chinchona Plants and Seeds in South America, and Their Introduction into India.

by Markham, Clements R. (Clements Robert), Sir

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"Travels in Peru and India" by Sir Clements R. Markham is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the journeys related to the collection and introduction of the Chinchona plants, which are vital for producing quinine, from South America to India.

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Topics: Cinchona · India -- Description and travel · Peru -- Description and travel