Pul Eliya

Discover the intricate dynamics of land ownership and use in the arid landscapes of the North Central Province of Ceylon with Pul Eliya by Edmund Ronald Leach. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2011, this compelling 372-page paperback delves into the unique irrigation-based community of Pul Eliya, where survival hinges on sophisticated irrigation systems. Leach, a renowned anthropologist, meticulously analyzes the processes of land tenure, ownership, and the transmission of land to future generations within this fascinating village. This insightful exploration offers readers a profound understanding of how environmental factors shape social structures and community life. Ideal for scholars and enthusiasts of anthropology and land use, Pul Eliya is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of culture and environment in historical contexts.