by Sharmin Khan

This book is in continuation to the work History of Indian Architecture: Buddhist, Jain and Hindu Period. The idea of working in this area was to compile the information on a single platform, i.e. the Hindu and the Islamic architecture. The focus of text is on the political, geographical and geological factors which were responsible for the generation of a particular style of architecture. This book is an attempt to encourage students to go deeper into the subject and explore the magnificent architecture created by the rulers through fascinating elements. The domes, arches, squinches, calligraphy, arabesque, geometry, jali work and usage of marble and sandstone are worth studying and admiring.Key features⨀The three periods: • Delhi Sultanate, • Mughal and • Provincial, together with the short period of Sher Shah Sur, have been discussed in different sections.⨀The text is supported with well drawn illustrations and photographs.⨀Brief political as well as personal history of the rulers is discussed, which helps in understanding the impact of these factors on the type of architectural style produced.⨀Seventy-five examples have been discussed in an easy to grasp manner, highlighting their architectural features.This book is expected to serve os a handy review/aid for the students of architecture, and also an abridged text for all those interested in history of Indian architecture.