Download or read book Elephanta written by Wendy Doniger and published by Motilal Banarsidass Publ.. This book was released on 1999 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three descriptive essays and numerous fascinating photographs, taken especially for this volume, allow the reader to experience a major monument of Indian art: the sixth century temple cave on Elephanta Island, in Bombay harbor, and its extraordinary stone sculptures. The authors and the photographer capture the atmosphere of the cave and the spirit of the sculptures, which portray the relentless energy and paradoxical power of Shiva, greatest of all Hindu gods. The photographs are particularly successful in revealing the dramatic alternation of light and dark that is so much a part of the beauty of the cave`s interior. Ms. Berkson`s trained and loving eye picks out the subtleties of the main sculptures and humorous details that the visitor might miss even on the site. In the text Wendy O`Flaherty interprets the myths of Shiva depicted in the sculpture; Ms. berkson`s essay supplies historical background and a stylistic analysis; and George Michell examines the overall structure of the cave to show that it is a mandala-like image of the heavenly mountain residence of Shiva and even of the structure of the universe itself. The author as well as the publishers of the work deserve to be congratulated for providing this easily accessible guide to Elephanta. Research Bulletin Vishveshvaranand Vedic Research Institute,Vol.I, Dec.2002

Download or read book Elephanta written by George Michell and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 6th-century rock-cut cave temple on Elephanta island, in the middle of Mumbai harbor, is the home of Shiva, the greatest of all Hindu gods. Elephanta leads the reader through this magnificent cave temple, examining its overall architectural scheme and interpreting the myths of Shiva that are depicted so forcefully in the extraordinary stone sculptures. The outstanding photographs capture the beauty and magic of the cave. This book also contains fascinating accounts of European travelers, documenting their discovery of Elephanta from the 17th century onwards, and includes information on the ongoing efforts to preserve this monument that was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987.

Download or read book Elephanta written by George Michell and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About the Book : - The 6th-century rock-cut cave temple on Elephanta island is the home of Shiva, one of the great Hindu gods. Elephanta explores this magnificent cave temple, examining its architectural scheme and interpreting the myths of Shiva depicted so forcefully in the extraordinary stone sculptures. The outstanding photographs capture the beauty and magic of the cave. The book includes information on the ongoing efforts to preserve this monument, designated a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1987. About the Author : - George Michell is an architectural historian, specializing in ancient Indian architecture.Bharath Ramamrutham is internationally recognised as one of the foremost photographers in India of the built, human and natural environment.

Download or read book Guide to Elephanta or Gharapuri written by Pearse & Co., Bombay and published by . This book was released on 1884 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Presence of Siva written by Stella Kramrisch and published by Motilal Banarsidass Publ.. This book was released on 1988 with total page 602 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the three great gods of Hinduism, Siva is a living god. The most sacred and most ancient book of India, "The Rg Veda," evokes his presence in its hymns; Vedic myths, rituals, and even astronomy testify to his existence from the dawn of time. In a lively meditation on Siva--based on original Sanskrit texts, many translated here for the first time--Stella Kramrisch ponders the metaphysics, ontology, and myths of Siva from the Vedas and the Puranas. Who is Siva? Who is this god whose being comprises and transcends everything? From the dawn of creation, the Wild God, the Great Yogi, the sum of all opposites, has been guardian of the absolute. By retelling and interweaving the many myths that keep Siva alive in India today, Kramrisch reveals the paradoxes in Siva's nature and thus in the nature of consciousness itself.

Download or read book A Guide to the Elephanta Caves Gharapuri written by Pramod Chandra and published by . This book was released on 1964 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Elephanta written by Madhukar Keshav Dhavalikar and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India written by Upinder Singh and published by Pearson Education India. This book was released on 2008 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basic Approach Developed as a comprehensive introductory work for scholars and students of ancient and early medieval Indian history, this books provides the most exhaustive overview of the subject. Dividing the vast historical expanse from the stone age to the 12th century into broad chronological units, it constructs profiles of various geographical regions of the subcontinent, weaving together and analysing an unparalleled range of literary and archaeological evidence. Dealing with prehistory and protohistory of the subcontinent in considerable detail, the narrative of the historical period breaks away from conventional text-based history writing. Providing a window into the world primary sources, it incorporates a large volume of archaeological data, along with literary, epigraphic, and numismatic evidence. Revealing the ways in which our past is constructed, it explains fundamental concepts, and illuminates contemporary debates, discoveries, and research. Situating prevailing historical debates in their contexts, Ancient and Early Medieval India presents balanced assessments, encouraging readers to independently evaluate theories, evidence, and arguments. Beautifully illustrated with over four hundred photographs, maps, and figures, Ancient and Early Medieval India helps visualize and understand the extraordinarily rich and varied remains of the ancient past of Indian subcontinent. It offers a scholarly and nuanced yet lucid account of India s early past, and will surely transform the discovery of this past into an exciting experience. Tabel of Contents List of photographs List of maps List of figures About the author Preface Acknowledgements A readers guide 1. Understanding Literary and Archaeological Sources 2. Hunter-Gatherers of the Palaeolithic and Mesolithic Ages 3. The Transition to Food Production: Neolithic,Neolithic Chalcolithic, and Chalcolithic Villages, c. 7000 2000 bce 4. The Harappan Civilization, c. 2600 1900 bce 5. Cultural Transitions: Images from Texts and Archaeology, c. 2000 600 bce 6. Cities, Kings, and Renunciants: North India, c. 600 300 bce 7. Power and Piety: The Maurya Empire, c. 324 187 bce 8. Interaction and Innovation, c. 200 BCE 300 ce 9. Aesthetics and Empire, c. 300 600 ce 10. Emerging Regional Configurations, c. 600 1200 ce Note on diacritics Glossary Further readings References Index Author Bio Upinder Singh is Professor in the Department of History at the University of Delhi. She taught history at St. Stephen s College, Delhi, from 1981 until 2004, after which she joined the faculty of the Department of History at the University of Delhi. Professor Singh s wide range of research interests and expertise include the analysis of ancient and early medieval inscriptions; social and economic history; religious institutions and patrona≥ history of archaeology; and modern history of ancient monuments. Her research papers have been published in various national and international journals. Her published books include: Kings, Brahmanas, and Temples in Orissa: An Epigraphic Study (AD 300 1147) (1994); Ancient Delhi (1999; 2nd edn., 2006); a book for children, Mysteries of the Past: Archaeological Sites in India (2002); The Discovery of Ancient India: Early Archaeologists and the Beginnings of Archaeology (2004); and Delhi: Ancient History (edited, 2006).

Download or read book History of Elephanta Caves Gharapuri written by and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Elephanta Caves written by Discover India and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-14 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elephanta CavesLocated in the Mumbai Harbour, on a small island; the Elephanta Caves are a series of rock-cut caves predominantly dedicated to the Hindu Lord Shiva. Apart from that a few Buddhist stupa mounds can be found over here. Carved out of solid basalt rocks, much of the artwork in the caves are damaged or defaced. Still the 5th to 9th Century caves form an important part of the cultural heritage of India, and find its place in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list.It is one of the two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the city of Mumbai, being inscribed in 1987. The island can be reached via ferry service from the Gateway of India in South Bombay. Originally named Elefante, for the elephant statues found by the Portuguese; it was greatly damaged by the soldiers who made the island their base. Later some initial restoration efforts were made by the British India officials, and then the Government of India after Independence.About the seriesOut of the 1073 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (as of November 2017), Italy has the maximum number with 53. India comes at a respectable 6th position with an incredible 36 sites spread through the country.This series takes an attempt to capture each of these 36 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in pictures and words, telling all that you'd need to know about the site: before, during as well as after visiting the place. This is your perfect guide to know about the concerned site, as well as enjoy a preview/souvenir with beautiful photographs of the sites. So, enjoy the book and take it with you as you journey through the country, exploring the vast array of UNESCO World Heritage Sites that India has to offer.List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India* Kaziranga National Park | Assam* Manas Wildlife Sanctuary | Assam* Mahabodhi Temple Complex | Bodh Gaya* Humayun's Tomb Complex | Delhi* Qutb Complex | Delhi* Red Fort | Delhi* Churches and Convents of Goa | Goa* Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park | Gujarat* Hampi Group of Monuments | Karnataka* Pattadakal Group of Monuments | Karnataka* Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi | Madhya Pradesh* Bhimbetka Rock Shelters | Madhya Pradesh* Khajuraho Group of Monuments | Madhya Pradesh* Ajanta Caves | Maharashtra* Ellora Caves | Maharashtra* Elephanta Caves | Mumbai* Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus | Mumbai* Sun Temple of Konark | Odisha* Keoladeo National Park | Rajasthan* Jantar Mantar | Jaipur* Great Living Chola Temples | Tamil Nadu* Mahabalipuram Group of Monuments | Tamil Nadu* Agra Fort | Agra* Taj Mahal | Agra* Fatehpur Sikri | Uttar Pradesh* Mountain Railways of India* Nada Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks | Uttarakhand* Sundarbans National Park | West Bengal* Western Ghats of India* Hill Forts of Rajasthan* Rani ki Vav | Gujarat* Great Himalayan National Park | Himachal Pradesh* Nalanda | Bihar* Khangchendzonga National Park | Sikkim* The Architectural Works of Le Corbusier | Chandigarh* Historic City of Ahmadabad | Gujarat

Download or read book Elephanta Caves Gharapuri written by Pramod Chandra and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pearse s guide to Elephanta written by Pearse and co, ltd and published by . This book was released on 1884 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Classified and Descriptive Catalogue of the Indian Department written by John Forbes Watson and published by . This book was released on 1873 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Report on the Elura Cave Temples and the Brahmanical and Jaina Caves in Western India written by James Burgess and published by . This book was released on 1883 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Vienna Universal Exhibition 1873 A Classified and Descriptive Catalogue of the Indian Department written by John F. Watson and published by . This book was released on 1873 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Guide to Elephanta written by Hiranand Sastri and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Elephanta Suite written by Paul Theroux and published by Emblem Editions. This book was released on 2010-04-30 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A master of the travel narrative gives us three intertwined novellas of Westerners transformed by their sojourns in India. This startling and satisfying book captures the tumult, ambition, hardship, and serenity that mark today’s India. Paul Theroux’s characters risk venturing far beyond the subcontinent’s well-worn paths to discover woe or truth or peace. A middle-aged couple on vacation veers heedlessly from idyll to chaos. A buttoned-up Boston lawyer finds succour in Mumbai’s reeking slums. And a young woman befriends an elephant in Bangalore. In these pages, we also meet Indian characters as singular as they are indicative of the country’s subtle ironies: an executive who yearns to become a holy beggar, an earnest young striver whose personality is rewired by acquiring an American accent, a miracle-working guru, and more. As ever, Theroux’s portraits of people and places explode stereotypes to exhilarating effect. The Elephanta Suite urges us toward a fresh, compelling, and often inspiring notion of what India is, and what it can do to those who try to lose — or find — themselves there.