About the Book: Mangifera Indica
The mango, the king of fruits, is also the fruit of desire and the fruit of
love. Every aspect of the tree is profoundly intertwined with Indian
civilization. The leaves, flowers, and fruits of the mango are depicted in
paintings and sculptures, and references to it are found in Indian literature
through the ages and in several languages. It has played, and continues to play,
an important role in religion, cuisine, and a variety of cultural forms. But do
we really know all there is to know about this delectable fruit?.
In this deeply researched and superbly written book, we go beyond