A Handbook to Agra and the Taj, Sikandra, Fatehpur-Sikri and the Neighbourhood
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"A Handbook to Agra and the Taj, Sikandra, Fatehpur-Sikri and the Neighbourhood" by E.B. Havell is a travel guide published in the early 20th century. This handbook aims to provide visitors with a deeper understanding of the rich history and artistic heritage of Agra, focusing particularly on its famous monuments, including the Taj Mahal, and the great epoch of Indian art during the reign of the Mughal emperors. The opening of this
travel guide sets the context by establishing that its purpose is not to serve as a historical or archaeological treatise, but rather to assist visitors in appreciating the significance of the architectural wonders they are about to see. It briefly introduces significant figures such as Babar and his connection to Agra, outlining the groundwork for the historical narratives that will follow. The text reveals the author’s intent to highlight the complexities of Mughal art and administration while acknowledging the influences of various cultures in shaping the grandeur of Agra's monuments. The introduction promises a blend of historical overview and practical insights for travelers intrigued by the artistic legacy left by the great Mughal rulers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Havell, E. B. (Ernest Binfield), 1861-1934 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Handbook to Agra and the Taj, Sikandra, Fatehpur-Sikri and the Neighbourhood |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman, Distributed Proofreaders, from scans made available by the Million Books Project |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Taj Mahal (Agra, India) |
| Subject | Agra (India) -- Guidebooks |
| Subject | Historic buildings -- India -- Agra Region |
| Subject | Tombs -- India -- Agra Region |
| Subject | Agra Region (India) -- History |
| Subject | Art, Mogul |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12006 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-12006-5 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 531 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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