Royal Rajasthan
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2007
New Holland Publishers Ltd (Verlag)
978-1-84773-091-6 (ISBN)
New Holland Publishers Ltd (Verlag)
978-1-84773-091-6 (ISBN)
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Employing aerial photographs of Rajasthan and archival images from the collections of princely states, this book looks into the interiors of palaces and forts that have been converted into heritage hotels, and to the polo grounds where the royals showed off their mastery over this sport.
From details about the princely pastime of shikar to a visual tour of the gorgeous Shekhawati homes, "Royal Rajasthan" encapsulates the essence of a state steeped in traditions of art, architecture and commerce.With stunning aerial photographs of Rajasthan and rare archival images from the private collections of princely states, the reader is transported into the interiors of breathtaking palaces and forts that have been now converted into heritage hotels, and to the polo grounds where the royals showed off their mastery over this sport.This book is useful for those with an interest in royalty and Indian history and readers who enjoyed "Unforgettable Maharajas" and "Made for Maharajas". It would make a stunning gift for those who enjoy cultural and aesthetic pursuits.
From details about the princely pastime of shikar to a visual tour of the gorgeous Shekhawati homes, "Royal Rajasthan" encapsulates the essence of a state steeped in traditions of art, architecture and commerce.With stunning aerial photographs of Rajasthan and rare archival images from the private collections of princely states, the reader is transported into the interiors of breathtaking palaces and forts that have been now converted into heritage hotels, and to the polo grounds where the royals showed off their mastery over this sport.This book is useful for those with an interest in royalty and Indian history and readers who enjoyed "Unforgettable Maharajas" and "Made for Maharajas". It would make a stunning gift for those who enjoy cultural and aesthetic pursuits.
Kavita Rani studied Philosophy and Literature at Birmingham and Warwick Universities. Her short stories and non-fiction have been published in journals and anthologies and have also been broadcast on BBC Radio 4. She has taught creative writing and literature in schools and also to adults. She currently resides in New Delhi.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 21.12.2007 |
|---|---|
| Zusatzinfo | 57 black and white, 99 colour illustrations |
| Verlagsort | London |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 305 x 305 mm |
| Themenwelt | Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Fotokunst |
| Reisen ► Bildbände ► Asien | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-84773-091-4 / 1847730914 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-84773-091-6 / 9781847730916 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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