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The Royal Palaces of India

The Royal Palaces of India

by George Michell (Author), Antonio Martinelli (Author)

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    Paperback 1999

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Synopsis

An in-depth survey of Indian palaces. The palaces are small towns rather than single buildings, in which the Hindu and Muslim rulers of the subcontinent dispensed their laws and enjoyed their wealth. Antonio Martinelli's photographs, taken with access to the buildings, aim to display the beauty and atmosphere of these palaces. George Michell evokes life within the palaces and describes their many elements: defences; spacious audience halls and courtyards; temples and mosques; private apartments; and service quarters.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 232
 Edition: New edition
 Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Published: 15 Mar 1999
ISBN 10: 0500279640
ISBN 13: 9780500279649
Book Overview: An in-depth survey of the Indian palaces in which the Hindu and Muslim rulers of the subcontinent dispensed their laws and enjoyed their wealth

Media Reviews
'Inviting and approachable ... a pleasurable guide to places that everyone who is interested in, and enjoys, architecture should visit' - New York Review of Books
'Superb architectural photography rises to the occasion of magnificent subjects ... the palaces are gorgeous, and their histories are fascinating' - Photographic
Author Bio
George Michell is an architectural historian, specializing in ancient Indian architecture. Among his many publications are The Royal Palaces of India and Hindu Art and Architecture, both published by Thames & Hudson.