Publication |
New Delhi, Roli & Janssen BV, 2006.
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Description |
144pRed Spine
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Summary/Abstract |
Describes 14 architectural monuments which represent the supreme creations of the many civilizations and religions that prospered in India.
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Contents |
Introduction
A perspective view of traditional Indian architecture
Karla Cave ; Womb of calm
Sanchi Stupa : Centred sublimity
Kailashnath Temple : Pure rock concert
Khajuraho : To God, to love
Sun temple ; Chariot of fire
Dilwara Temple : Dazzling wealth
Meenakshi temple : Into the light of darkness
Vijayanagar : Divine city
Qutub Minra : Ascent of the crescent
Fatehpur Sikri : Grand red folly
Gol Gumbaz : Bubble over bleakness
Padmanabhapuram : Feminine timber
Jaisalmer : Curved in sand
Taj Mahal : Phantasmal perfection
Glossary
Bibliography
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Standard Number |
8174362932 Hb.
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