India: Life, Myth, & Art

This book showcases the art of India in all its glory - from the wisdom of the Hindu and Buddhist sages to the magnificent art and architecture of the Mughals. Presents a superb pictorial record of India, with specially commissioned artworks and over 100 magnificent photographs, all in full color • Sets the beliefs, symbols, and arts of this incredibly diverse subcontinent against the development of its religions and the rise and fall of its dynasties • Provides a fascinating and authoritative text to accompany the rich treasury of images • Moves deftly from theme to theme to present a fresh appraisal of the cultural legacy of India, based on the latest research • Explores the art of India and the broader background of Indian wisdom, spirituality, and mythology