Deltaic Bangladesh does not have enough forest cover. The patches of forests that still survive are unique and are home to thousands of life forms. The forest villages are is also home to many unique ethnic communities that represent unique traditions, knowledge, history and cultures. The forests indeed are an integral part of our existence. Sadly enough we have neglected our natural history and allowed most of the forests to be plundered. Despite these sad realities we must make fresh pledges to protect the last stands from pillage, not to lose the grounds of our imagination.

STOLEN FORESTS is a book containing images, information and analyses explaining the underlying factors behind the sad state of our forests in Bangladesh. 

Publication Details

Published: 2006
Language: English
Hardback: 216 pages
Author: Philip Gain
Price: Tk.1,500 / US$25