<p>The first comprehensive book on the River Padma, considered the last leg of the Ganges, with a rich collection of new photographs and maps. <strong><em>The Great Padma Book</em></strong> defines the life and history of the Bengal Delta, the largest delta in the world. </p><p>The book contains original essays by well-known writers, researchers, and academics from diverse fields, including geography, history, literature, architecture, and food history. The preface is written by the renowned author Amitav Ghosh (<em>The Hungry Tide</em>). </p><p>Besides unpublished photographs documenting the magnificence and diversity of the great river, and wonderful set of maps and diagrams, the book has a rich content in depicting the life and times related to this turbulent river. The wonderful design and layout of the book will make this a collectable item.</p>