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The greatest monument to love, and the lost world of the Agra gardens and their characterful owners, recreated through superb scholarship and evocative illustrations.The Taj Mahal is the epitome of Mughal art and one of the most famous buildings in the world. Yet there have been few serious studies of it and no full analysis of its architecture and meaning.Ebba Koch is the only scholar who has been permitted to take measurements of the complex. She has been working on the palaces and gardens of Shah Jahan for thirty years and on the Taj Mahal itselfthe tomb of the emperor's wife, Mumtaz Mahalfor a decade.The tomb represents the house of the queen in Paradise, and the author shows how its setting was based on the palace gardens of the great nobles that lined both sides of the river at Agra. She leads the reader through the entire complex of the Taj Mahal, with an explanation of each building and an account of the mausoleum's urban setting, its design and construction, its symbolic meaning, and its history up to the present day.The book features hundreds of new photographs plus drawings by the Indian architect Richard Barraud that include plans and reconstructions of Agra and the Taj complex as they looked in Shah Jahan's time.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Complete Taj Mahal'? A: 'The Complete Taj Mahal' primarily focuses on the history, architecture, and symbolic meaning of the Taj Mahal, along with its urban setting and the gardens that surround it.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Complete Taj Mahal' is Ebba Koch, a renowned scholar with over thirty years of experience studying the palaces and gardens of Shah Jahan.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'The Complete Taj Mahal' contains 288 pages filled with detailed analysis and rich illustrations.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features hundreds of new photographs and drawings by Indian architect Richard Barraud, including plans and reconstructions of the Taj Mahal and Agra's gardens.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Complete Taj Mahal' is listed as 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been well-maintained.
- Q: When was 'The Complete Taj Mahal' published? A: 'The Complete Taj Mahal' was published on November 1, 2006.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is well-researched and suitable for academic study, offering in-depth scholarship and insights into the Taj Mahal.
- Q: Does the book discuss the gardens associated with the Taj Mahal? A: Yes, the book includes discussions on the gardens that surround the Taj Mahal, emphasizing their historical significance and design.
- Q: What unique perspectives does the author provide in this book? A: Ebba Koch offers unique perspectives through her firsthand measurements and extensive research on the Taj Mahal, making her insights particularly valuable.