History Of Indian And Eastern Architecture V1 (1910)

By James Fergusson

Book Overview

The book ""History of Indian and Eastern Architecture V1"" is a comprehensive study of the architectural history of India and the Eastern world. Written by the renowned Scottish architectural historian, James Fergusson, the book was first published in 1910. In this volume, Fergusson provides a detailed account of the architectural styles and techniques that were prevalent in India and the Eastern world during ancient times. He discusses the various influences that shaped the architecture of these regions, including the impact of religion, culture, and politics. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the development of temple architecture, the evolution of palace architecture, and the emergence of Islamic architecture in India. Fergusson also examines the construction methods used in these regions, including the use of stone, brick, and wood. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs, drawings, and plans that provide a visual representation of the various architectural styles and techniques discussed in the text. Overall, ""History of Indian and Eastern Architecture V1"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of architecture in India and the Eastern world. It is a must-read for architects, historians, and students of art and architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164077414
• ISBN13: 9781164077411
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 508 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"