Download or read book Glimpses of Colonial Architecture in Delhi written by Md. Najibur Rahman and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Colonial Modernities written by Peter Scriver and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007-03-12 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: International experts present an illustrated collection of essays exploring the societal impact of colonial architecture and engineering on the colonized and the colonizers.
Download or read book Splendours of Imperial India written by Andreas Volwahsen and published by Prestel Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated survey of British colonial architecture that once dominated the landscape of the Indian subcontinent, this book tells a rich and complicated history of imperialism. One of the most revealing legacies of Britain's long history in India is the colonial architecture from the two centuries preceding the struggle for independence. Built to house both occupiers and occupied alike, these imposing buildings, including palaces, mansions, clubhouses, and government offices, represented a hybrid of Western and Eastern sensibilities as their architects sought to plant the flag of British dominance in a foreign culture. Splendours of Imperial India focuses on India's towns and cities, particularly Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras, providing countless illustrations, sketches, and photographs of the many impressive buildings and ruins that dot India's coastlines, hillsides, and valleys. Andreas Volwahsen's informative commentaries highlight the considerable achievements of these magnificent structures while offering insight into the stories these buildings tell about their own and India's history.
Download or read book Colonial Architecture in India written by Moritz Herrmann and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2011-06-01 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essay from the year 2010 in the subject Art - Architecture / History of Construction, grade: 2,0, Manipal University (Manipal Institute of Communication), course: Cultural History of India, language: English, abstract: Of course, the India of today is also a product of the decade of colonialism in some ways. And although colonial architecture might be just one piece of the puzzle it remains undeniable that its influence is by no means trivial since the output changed Indian landscape. It is fair to say that India has struggled with the colonial heritage in order to find its post-colonial identity. While political experts agree that India has developed dynamically, architecture critics point out architectural development did not quite so – at least not at the same pace. The following essay wants to examine whether this assumption can be explained by the rule colonial architecture. It gives an overview over that very time and its possible meaning for the later, post-colonial architecture of the independent India. It will focus on urban planning, forts and churches.
Download or read book India written by Peter Scriver and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2015-02-15 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A place of astonishing contrasts, India is home to some of the world’s most ancient architectures as well as some of its most modern. It was the focus of some of the most important works created by Le Corbusier and Louis Kahn, among other lesser-known masters, and it is regarded by many as one of the key sites of mid-twentieth century architectural design. As Peter Scriver and Amit Srivastava show in this book, however, India’s history of modern architecture began long before the nation’s independence as a modern state in 1947. Going back to the nineteenth century, Scriver and Srivastava look at the beginnings of modernism in colonial India and the ways that public works and patronage fostered new design practices that directly challenged the social order and values invested in the building traditions of the past. They then trace how India’s architecture embodies the dramatic shifts in Indian society and culture during the last century. Making sense of a broad range of sources, from private papers and photographic collections to the extensive records of the Indian Public Works Department, they provide the most rounded account of modern architecture in India that has yet been available.
Download or read book The Bungalow in Twentieth Century India written by Madhavi Desai and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-12-05 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The primary era of this study - the twentieth century - symbolizes the peak of the colonial rule and its total decline, as well as the rise of the new nation state of India. The processes that have been labeled 'westernization' and 'modernization' radically changed middle-class Indian life during the century. This book describes and explains the various technological, political and social developments that shaped one building type - the bungalow - contemporaneous to the development of modern Indian history during the period of British rule and its subsequent aftermath. Drawing on their own physical and photographic documentation, and building on previous work by Anthony King and the Desais, the authors show the evolution of the bungalow's architecture from a one storey building with a verandah to the assortment of house-forms and their regional variants that are derived from the bungalow. Moreover, the study correlates changes in society with architectural consequences in the plans and aesthetics of the bungalow. It also examines more generally what it meant to be modern in Indian society as the twentieth century evolved.
Download or read book British Colonial Architecture in New Delhi written by Nonnita Hargreave and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Indian Books in Print written by and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 1118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Imperial Delhi written by Andreas Volwahsen and published by Prestel Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designated by King George V to replace Calcutta as capital of British India,New Delhi was constructed between 1912 and 1929 under the steady eye of architect Sir Edward Lutyens who sought to bring to this British Colony a sense of classicism, order, and institutional beauty. Brimming with more than 300 color and black and white illustrations, plans and photographs, this book presents the most comprehensive examination to date of how this city was envisioned, planned and constructed From the massive war memorial arch to the spacious gardens and the gloriously imposing Viceroy's House, the evidence of Lutyens ̕architectural genius is everywhere throughout New Delhi. Architectural historian Andreas Volwahsen discusses the importance of Lutyens ̕work and provides a fascinating account of the making of a city: the contentious debates and cultural considerations, the inspiration and the painstaking construction, and finally the ways in which New Delhi has evolved into a modern city. With the growing interest in the preservation of historic sites worldwide, this magnificently detailed yet highly accessible history is certain to become a classic in the fields of architecture and urban design.
Download or read book The Indian National Bibliography written by B. S. Kesavan and published by . This book was released on 2016-07 with total page 712 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Colonial Architecture at Calcutta written by Sibabrata Halder and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Architecture of Ancient Delhi written by Henry Hardy Cole and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-12-19 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Architecture of Ancient Delhi: Especially the Buildings Around the Kurb Minar Thus, while the Indian Government investigates the archaeology of its country, Great Britain endeavours to get architectural casts representing the styles of the Buddhists, Hindus, J ains and Muhammadans. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Glimpses of Europe written by Shiva Pratap Singh and published by Gyan Publishing House. This book was released on 2010 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Traces of India written by Maria Antonella Pelizzari and published by Montréal : Canadian Centre for Architecture. This book was released on 2003 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book investigates the different cultural roles played by photographs of Indian architecture from the latter half of the nineteenth century, an inquiry stretching from their pre-history to their migration into book illustrations, calendar art, and religious imagery. Beyond the apparent purposes of these images - as picturesque views, scientific records of an architectural past, political memorials, travel mementos, textbook vignettes - deeper considerations influenced the way their makers worked in selecting, framing, composing, and populating their representations. Shaping the viewer's thinking about what they represented, these images remain enduring records of a way of seeing, of minds as well as monuments, and exist today as artefacts of the visual culture of colonialism. Twelve essays from scholars working in several disciplines (history, anthropology, art history, and the history of photography) show how photographs of architecture reveal the inescapable ways in which the practice of image making is aligned with the purposes of power, the presumptions accompanying the encounter with strangeness, the internal order of the colonial and the scientific mind, and even our metaphysical dispositions toward the world.
Download or read book ANCIENT INDIA TO INNOVATION INDIA written by GAUTAM SHARMA and published by GAUTAM SHARMA. This book was released on 2024-08-13 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient India to Innovation India: India's 12,000-Year Heritage Unleash the Hidden Giant: A Journey Through India's Timeless Legacy Discover the India that time forgot. A land where human civilization first blossomed, and innovation was a way of life. Ancient India to Innovation India is not just a book; it's a time machine, transporting you through 12,000 years of unparalleled human achievement. Constantly innovating from Cradle of Civilization to Global Tech Hub Renowned author Gautam Sharma (India chronicler)unveils India's extraordinary saga, a story often overlooked or misunderstood. This meticulously researched masterpiece illuminates the path from the pioneers of human speech, mathematics, medicine,astronomy, metallurgy, textiles, spices, and spirituality to India's continuing status as a global innovation powerhouse over millennia. Key Highlights: Unearth Forgotten Chapters: Delve into the hidden depths of India's illustrious history, uncovering groundbreaking discoveries that shaped the world. Witness the Birth of Knowledge: Explore the scientific, intellectual, and spiritual genius/ which laid the foundation for modern thought. Celebrate India's Enduring Spirit: Discover how India's rich cultural tapestry has fueled innovation and resilience for millennia. Embrace the Future: Understand how India's ancient wisdom is propelling the nation into a new era of technological leadership. Why This Book Matters In an age of rapid change, Ancient India to Innovation India offers a profound perspective. It's a clarion call to recognize India's immense contributions to human civilization and a blueprint for its future. Are you ready to challenge your perceptions and ignite your passion for India's story? This book is your key to unlocking the secrets of a nation that has always been ahead of its time. Order your copy today and embark on an epic journey through time. Widely Acclaimed & Endorsed Keywords: Ancient India, Innovation India, Indian history, Indian culture, Ancient to Modern India, Indian heritage, civilization, technology, spirituality philosophy, discovery, research, Ancient India to Modern Marvel. Target Audience: Casual readers, History buffs, culture enthusiasts, students, researchers, policymakers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of India's role in the world. Call to Action: Click now to order your copy and become part of India's inspiring legacy!
Download or read book Introduction to Indian Architecture written by Bindia Thapar and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-06-26 with total page 549 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a journey through Indian architecture from the dawn of civilization to the present with this colorful, attractive survey. The architecture of India reflects both the cultural diversity of the subcontinent and its rich political and historical inheritance. In this guide, the various strands of this rich architectural history, from the dawn of civilization to modern times, are beautifully presented in word and picture. Readers are taken on a fascinating tour of Indus Valley civilization, early Vedic traditions, Hindu, Jain, Mughal, regional, colonial and post-independence architectural styles. Themes such as water architecture and the architecture of science also figure prominently, giving many westerners their first glimpse of these styles. The informative text, complemented by 400 photographs, watercolors, maps and plans, provide compelling evidence of India's influence on building design throughout history.
Download or read book Indian National Bibliography written by B. S. Kesavan and published by . This book was released on 2016-12 with total page 884 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
