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Delhi Fort : a guide to the buildings and gardens / Gordon Sanderson and Maulvi Shuaib.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Publication details: Manager of publications, 2020. New Delhi :Edition: 0Description: xix, 93 p. : 21.5 cmISBN:
  • 9789390035083
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 954.56 SAN
Summary: "Delhi Fort: A Guide to the Buildings and Gardens" by Maulvi Shuaib and Gordon Sanderson meticulously explores the architectural masterpiece that is the Red Fort, a testament to Shahjahan's grandeur. Echoing Elphinstone's sentiment, the book details the fort's intricate design, a fusion of Persian, Timurid, and Hindu influences, marking the zenith of Mughal creativity. From the imposing Lahori and Delhi Gates to the serene gardens like Hayat Bakhsh Bagh, each structure—Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, Mumtaz Mahal, and others—is dissected, revealing their historical and architectural significance. The book illuminates the fort's innovative style and its lasting impact on subsequent architecture across India. It serves as an essential guide for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of this iconic Mughal monument, offering a rich tapestry of historical detail and architectural analysis.
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Reference Reference Kalaignar Centenary Library Madurai ENGLISH-REFERENCE BOOKS நான்காம் தளம் / Fourth floor 954.56 SAN (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Not for loan 267245
English Books Kalaignar Centenary Library Madurai ENGLISH - LENDING BOOKS மூன்றாம் தளம் / Third floor 954.822 SAN (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available 267246
English Books Kalaignar Centenary Library Madurai ENGLISH - LENDING BOOKS மூன்றாம் தளம் / Third floor 954.822 SAN (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available 267247

"Delhi Fort: A Guide to the Buildings and Gardens" by Maulvi Shuaib and Gordon Sanderson meticulously explores the architectural masterpiece that is the Red Fort, a testament to Shahjahan's grandeur. Echoing Elphinstone's sentiment, the book details the fort's intricate design, a fusion of Persian, Timurid, and Hindu influences, marking the zenith of Mughal creativity. From the imposing Lahori and Delhi Gates to the serene gardens like Hayat Bakhsh Bagh, each structure—Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, Mumtaz Mahal, and others—is dissected, revealing their historical and architectural significance. The book illuminates the fort's innovative style and its lasting impact on subsequent architecture across India. It serves as an essential guide for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of this iconic Mughal monument, offering a rich tapestry of historical detail and architectural analysis.

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