Download or read book Vijayanagara Voices written by William J. Jackson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-03-03 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Vijayanagara Empire flourished in South India between 1336 and 1565. Conveying the depth and creativity of Hindu religious and literary expression during that time, Vijayanagara Voices explores some of the contributions made by poets, singer-saints, and philosophers. Through translations and discussions of their lives and times, Jackson presents the voices of these cultural figures and reflects on the concerns of their era, looking especially into the vivid images in their works and their legends. He examines how these images convey both spiritual insights and physical experiences with memorable candour. The studies also raise intriguing questions about the empire's origins and its response to Muslim invaders, its 'Hinduness', and reasons for its ultimate decline. Vijayanagara Voices is a book about patterns in history, literature and life in South India. By examining the culture's archetypal displays, by understanding the culture in its own terms, and by comparing associated images and ideas from other cultures, this book offers unique insights into a rich and influential period in Indian history.
Download or read book Vijayanagara Empire written by Usha Rai and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vijayanagara, once one of the mightiest Hindu empires, has now been reduced to a mere village. Through extensive research and restoration efforts, dedicated conservationists and the ASI have made every possible attempt to restore the lost brilliance of the Vijayanagara Empire. The splendid rocks and large boulders, together with the awe-inspiring royal architecture, confer on Hampi the rare accolade of being declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its natural beauty as well. Indeed, with the turbulent Tungabhadra river flowing on one side and rocks and boulders poised in an amazing balancing act, Hampi presents a sight to behold. In Vijayanagara Empire acclaimed photographer Raghu Rai, through his passionate response to the site, takes the reader on a visual experience akin to being transported into the world the way it must have existed centuries ago. His photographs have an archival and ancient feel to them, and yet succinctly capture not only the depths and details of the ruins but also fleeting experiences.
Download or read book VIJAYANAGARA EMPIRE written by Narayan Changder and published by CHANGDER OUTLINE. This book was released on with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a captivating journey through the golden era of the Vijayanagara Empire with our MCQ guide - "Vijayanagara Empire: Unveiling Its Glorious Past - An MCQ Journey." Tailored for history enthusiasts, students, and exam aspirants, this comprehensive resource takes you through the rise, splendor, and fall of one of South India's most influential empires. Delve into the multiple-choice questions covering the empire's founding, notable rulers, architectural marvels, and the socio-cultural milieu that characterized this illustrious period. Perfect your understanding of this fascinating chapter in Indian history and prepare for exams with precision. Elevate your historical acumen and immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Vijayanagara Empire with "Vijayanagara Empire: Unveiling Its Glorious Past - An MCQ Journey." Your key to mastering the intricate tapestry of this splendid empire awaits.
Download or read book The Vijayanagara Metropolitan Survey Vol 1 written by Carla M. Sinopoli and published by U OF M MUSEUM ANTHRO ARCHAEOLOGY. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Aravidu Dynasty of Vijayanagara written by Henry Heras and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book MATERIAL BACKGROUND TO THE VIJAYANAGARA EMPIRE A Study with Special reference To Southern A ndhrade s a From A D 1300 To 1500 written by Dr. M. Bosu Babu and published by KY Publications. This book was released on 2018-11-26 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book deals with the political and administration patterns that prevailed in Andhradēsa before the emergence of British rule. The conventional pattern of studying Medieval History in the past was glorifying the personalities of some kings and emperors. But the present study has been taken up to discover the factual realities that are considered in the form of socio-economic, political and administrative patterns as the essentials for the historical study. This book is an impressive and wide ranging one, examining the political order, material frame works and complex history of Vijayanagar Empire with a particular focus on Andhra Pradesh
Download or read book The Fall of an Empire The final days of the Vijayanagara Kingdom A well researched historical narrative on the Vijayanagara Empire after Krishnadevaraya written by Abhijeeth Hiliyana and published by Sristhi Publishers & Distributors. This book was released on 2024-01-10 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1565, Vijayanagara Empire When Krishnadevaraya, the great hero of the Vijayanagara empire, appoints his brother as successor to the throne, his son-in-law Ramaraya feels betrayed. Though he nurses a feeling of being let down, he is loyal to the empire. In the dark decades that followed – filled with internal feuds and external invasions – it took Ramaraya’s strong hands to bring back peace and prosperity to the land as the chief minister to the child emperor Sadashiva Raya. Ramaraya fought wars, schemed and negotiated his way to make Vijayanagara the greatest power of the land. Now at the height of his power and influence, Ramaraya learns of a new danger. The Deccan Sultanates, the pack of wolves who had always been snapping at the heels of the mighty empire, have now decided to unite for a single purpose – the destruction of Vijayanagara. The country needed a saviour; it needed him, Ramaraya. For how else could he finally prove to everyone that he was the true successor of Krishnadevaraya? THE FALL OF AN EMPIRE unravels the battle of Talikota, which sealed the fate of both, Ramaraya and the Vijayanagara empire.
Download or read book Studies in the History of the Third Dynasty of Vijayanagara written by N. Venkata Ramanayya and published by Gyan Publishing House. This book was released on 2009 with total page 580 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Empire of Vijayanagara was the last flicker of Hindu State and administration in India. The Empire played an important role in the history of medieval India, not only for its victorious army, progressive foreign relations and sound administration, but also for its patronage to art, culture, literature and religion. The present work is a history of the Vijayanagara Empire during the rule of its third dynasty, i.e. since 1530. The work is divided into three parts, dealing with (1) principal events in the history of Vijayanagara between 1529 and 1943, (2) System of administration under which the Empire of the Rayas was governed in the sixteenth century and (3) religious and social conditions. The work is based on authentic source materials, viz. inscriptions and literature. The inscriptions used for this research fall in to two classes, (1) those copied by the Epigraphy Department and (2) those that included in the Mackenzie Manuscripts. The texts of the Inscriptions, some of which are still unpublished, have been diligently scrutinized and interpreted. Among the contemporary literary creations, relevant portions of the prabandhas and kavyas have been compared with the inscriptions and Portuguese records. Works of the Muslim historians have also been occasionally consulted. The work presents a detailed study of the administrative system, fiscal policy, law enforcing machinery, social conditions, religious sects and movements during the period under study. The work is a valuable contribution to the history of South India.
Download or read book The Splendours of Hampi The Vijayanagara Empire A photographic journey for young historians aged 7 70 written by Nayona Nag and published by Blue Rose Publishers. This book was released on 2024-09-12 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of the Vijayanagara Empire is one of triumph, cultural richness, and eventual decline. Its legacy continues to inspire and intrigue, offering valuable insights into a significant period of Indian history. Through Nayona’s camera lens of Hampi, we glimpse the architectural and cultural zenith of an empire that once dominated South India and traded precious gems with other major civilizations of the world. The journey of an Indian teenaged girl through the ruins of Hampi serve as a powerful reminder to the young and vibrant generation of Millennials and GenZ of the empire's achievements and its lasting impact on Indian heritage. Her interactions with the multitude of tourists, visitors, historians and archaeologists who thronged the place, only pointed to the fact that Hampi is not only of interest for its historical prestige and magnificent ruins, its remarkable landscapes, mythological and religious associations and ongoing archaeological investigations, but its contributions to World History, restoration work and the reclamation of a Lost Kingdom make it an outstanding destination of international significance.
Download or read book Vijayanagara written by S R Ramanujan and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2019-02-04 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Vijayanagar Empire, which was headquartered in present-day Hampi, Karnataka, is acclaimed in pre-modern history as the most powerful kingdom to arrest the onslaught of Moghul invaders in the South for nearly two centuries. Its rulers were known for their valour in taking on the Sultans from the North. Further, the rulers of Vijayanagara were great patrons of Hindu culture and civilization and were known for their military and administrative acumen. They patronized fine arts, music, dance and temple architecture. Despite their glory, there are conflicting records of the empire’s history, right from the inception of the empire to its collapse. There are some apologists who even contest the fact that Sage Vidyaranya founded the empire to defend Hinduism and its values. Others, foreign tourists who visited the empire, were not wholly appreciative of the rulers and exaggerated their weaknesses if any. Influenced by their religious allegiances, these visitors were often biased and tended to base their narratives on hearsay. Modern historians too have descredited the empire so as to nullify the role of religious bigotry. They came up with theories that do not truly represent the true spirit and culture of this great empire. Which narrative is the most accurate and who has curated the history of the Vijayanagar Empire in the most succinct way? This book only tries to analyse various theories about the Empire and tries to give a perspective on such controversies.
Download or read book South India Under Vijayanagara written by Anila Verghese and published by OUP India. This book was released on 2011-01-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents a comprehensive account of the Vijayanagara Empire and Hampi-Vijayanagara site through a study of archaeology, photography, painting, sculptures, inscriptions, coinage, conservation and heritage, and existing scholarship.
Download or read book Vijayanagara Paintings written by C. Sivaramamurti and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Vijayanagara written by Anila Verghese and published by Mapin Publishing Pvt. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pictorial history of Vijayanagara
Download or read book Vijayanagara written by Sakkottai Krishnaswami Aiyangar and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Nights of the Moonless Sky written by N. S. Vishwanath and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2020-12-11 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is the sixteenth century in South India and the Vijayanagara Empire is in the throes of a succession struggle that threatens to disrupt the peace of the realm. Far away from the chaos, the splendorous estate of Madhuvana sits in relative heaven where its seventy-year-old patriarch, Rajanna, has just died. After elders decree that his widows are to perform an ancient ritual in which a widow is cremated alive, the lives of three people intersect. Aadarshini is Rajanna’s twenty-two-year-old third wife and mother of his heir. Azam Khan is Rajanna’s trusted bodyguard, left rudderless after the death of his master. Prabhakara Swami is the enigmatic temple priest who holds the strings that control the fates of others. When Aadarshini is thrust into a forbidding darkness, she discovers what it means to become the hero of her own story as destiny tosses her around like a straw in the wind. While events in the capital close in around her, she must seize her fate and overpower not just those who want to see her down, but also her inner demons. In this intriguing historical thriller, the widow of a South Indian patriarch embarks on a journey of self-discovery to take control of her destiny and survive in an uncertain world.
Download or read book Vijayanagara written by N. Venkata Ramanayya and published by South Asia Books. This book was released on 1990 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Forgotten Empire written by Robert Sewell and published by London : S. Sonnenschein. This book was released on 1900 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
