Taj Mahal The

Author : Rik Hoskin
Publisher : Campfire
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9789381182598

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The Taj Mahal in India has been called a 'teardrop on the cheek of time'. This grand monument that was raised to house the mortal remains of Mumtaz Mahal, the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's beloved wife, today draws millions of visitors from across the globe. One of more than 85 titles Campfire has published since their introduction to North America in 2010. This is the story behind the Taj Mahal - of the incredible love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, how they met and fell in love, and how Shah Jahan was to lose her as she died while giving birth. This is also the story of how the Taj Mahal was built, and how the great Mughal emperor spent his last days imprisoned in his fort, pining for his beloved Mumtaz, as he gazed over the river for a view of the magnificent edifice, a monumental reminder of his love and loss.

Author : Elizabeth Mann
Publisher : Mikaya Press
Page : 23 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Mogul Empire
ISBN : 9781931414449

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The well-illustrated story of the building of the Taj Mahal, one of the world's most beautiful monuments, and the Mughal dynasty in India whose 5th emperor built it.

Author : Hourly History
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2018-01-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1981296387

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Taj Mahal by Hourly History Pdf

Taj Mahal The Taj Mahal in Agra is arguably the most iconic image of India and is visited by eight million tourists annually. It was characterized as "pure, perfect and unutterably lovely" by the British Viceroy, Lord Curzon, and in 1983, UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site of "outstanding universal value." For centuries the world has believed that it was built by Shah Jahan in 1631 to immortalize his love for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Certain mysteries and myths that surround the monument have recently come to the fore in the country, stimulating a public debate about the place it holds as a true representation of Indian culture. Inside you will read about... - The Life of Mumtaz Mahal: The Jewel of the Palace - The Building of the Taj Mahal - A UNESCO World Heritage Site - Myths, Conjecture, and Controversy - The 22 Locked Rooms in the Basement And much more! This book presents the five main historical figures of the Mughal Empire in India during that period as well as many details of how the Taj Mahal was built. It traces the events that have led to the present controversy.

Author : Taj Mahal,Stephen Foehr
Publisher : Sanctuary Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1860744311

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Taj Mahal by Taj Mahal,Stephen Foehr Pdf

For more than 30 years, Taj Mahal has delighted fans with his eclectic blending of musical guitar styles and forms. He has performed with the likes of Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, John Lee Hooker, and The Rolling Stones, among others. In this autobiography, Taj Mahal conveys his personal honest and frank account of his life and legacy.

Author : Giles Tillotson
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2012-11-12
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780674066281

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Taj Mahal by Giles Tillotson Pdf

An enduring monument of haunting beauty, the Taj Mahal seems a symbol of stability itself. The familiar view of the glowing marble mausoleum from the gateway entrance offers the very picture of permanence. And yet this extraordinary edifice presents a shifting image to observers across time and cultures. The meaning of the Taj Mahal, the perceptions and responses it prompts, ideas about the building and the history that shape them: these form the subject of Giles Tillotson's book. More than a richly illustrated historyÑthough it is that as wellÑthis book is an eloquent meditation on the place of the Taj Mahal in the cultural imagination of India and the wider world. Since its completion in 1648, the mausoleum commissioned by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, has come to symbolize many things: the undying love of a man for his wife, the perfection of Mughal architecture, the ideal synthesis of various strands of subcontinental aesthetics, even an icon of modern India itself. Exploring different perspectives brought to the magnificent structureÑby a Mughal court poet, an English Romantic traveler, a colonial administrator, an architectural historian, or a contemporary Bollywood filmmakerÑthis book is an incomparable guide through the varied and changing ideas inspired by the Taj Mahal, from its construction to our day. In Tillotson's expert hands, the story of a seventeenth-century structure in the city of Agra reveals itself as a story about our own place and time.

Author : Amina Okada
Publisher : Abbeville Publishing Group
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1993-10-19
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UOM:39015029105403

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Taj Mahal by Amina Okada Pdf

A sumptuously illustrated portrait of perhaps the most fascinating architectural marvel of all time. Built between 1632 and 1643 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in honor of his deceased wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is unquestionably the most renowned mausoleum in the world. Now this legendary monument to love can be seen as no visitor to the site has ever viewed it. On the pages of this exquisitely illustrated volume, the Taj Mahal is revealed detail by detail. Starting inside the mausoleum, a sequence of closeups show the semiprecious stones, inlaid in white marble, that form the interior's Koranic calligraphy and floral patterns. The next sequence of images presents the octagonal plan of the structure, emphasizing both its perfect symmetry and its subtle variations. The final sequence is devoted to the decorative patterns carved in the walls of the mosque and entrance gate. In addition, four lavish fold-out photographs show the entire Taj Mahal complex from different perspectives. In their informative texts, authors Amina Okada and M.C. Joshi provide historical and architectural analyses of the Taj Mahal. Quotations from the Koran and from the journals of travelers as diverse as Jean-Bapiste Tavernier, Pierre Loti, and Aldous Huxley complete a breathtaking tribute.

Author : Som Prakash Verma
Publisher : OUP India
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-04-05
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0198080352

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Taj Mahal by Som Prakash Verma Pdf

Built in Agra by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, the Taj Mahal is a well-known world heritage site. This volume examines the architecture of this white marble mausoleum and its unique features-historical background and evolution; concept and form; gardens; inlay and relief work; calligraphy; and other monuments around the Taj.

Author : Varsha Bajaj
Publisher : Weigl Publishers
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781489652294

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T is for Taj Mahal: An India Alphabet by Varsha Bajaj Pdf

AV2 Fiction Readalong by Weigl brings you timeless tales of mystery, suspense, adventure, and the lessons learned while growing up. These celebrated children’s stories are sure to entertain and educate while captivating even the most reluctant readers. Log on to www.av2books.com, and enter the unique book code found on page 2 of this book to unlock an extra dimension to these beloved tales. Hear the story come to life as you read along in your own book.

Author : Dorothy Hoobler,Thomas Hoobler,Who HQ
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-24
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780399542169

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Where Is the Taj Mahal? by Dorothy Hoobler,Thomas Hoobler,Who HQ Pdf

Learn about the love story behind the creation of one of the most beautiful and famous buildings in the world. The Taj Mahal may look like a palace, but it's actually a tomb and a lasting testament to one of the world's great love stories. In 1612, Mogul emperor Shah Jahan married Mumtaz Mahal. It had been love at first sight and for nineteen years they were so inseparable that Mumtaz even accompanied Shah Jahan to battlefields. When she died suddenly giving birth to their fourteenth child, the emperor set about building a magnificent memorial to his wife. Everything about the Taj was perfectly planned, from the white marble walls that shimmer in the sunlight and sparkle by moonlight, to the countless decorative flowers made from precious gems that still astound visitors today. Recent discoveries at the site make this a timely account of a timeless monument.

Author : Sara Green
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781681037349

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Taj Mahal, The by Sara Green Pdf

Agra, India, is home to one of the most famous monuments in the world. The Taj Mahal rises 240 feet over the city, its white marble dome visible from miles around! This title for young readers explores the history of the famous building, from how and why it was built to what it’s used for today. Leveled text and beautiful photos highlight the main points of the historic monument, and special features such as a map, a timeline, a comparison graphic, and a pop culture connect further showcase why the Taj Mahal is a wonder of the modern world!

Author : Nitya Mohan Khemka
Publisher : Good Night books
Page : 23 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2019-01-08
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781602196735

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Good Night Taj Mahal by Nitya Mohan Khemka Pdf

This delightful and educational board book tours little explorers around the magical city of Agra. Children will discover all of their favorite landmarks and attractions, including Taj Mahal, Mehtab Bagh Gardens, Agra Fort, Jama Masjid, Kinari bazaar, Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Rambagh Gardens, Sadar Bazaar, Sikandra, Fatehpur Sikri and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes. Many of India's most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for India's natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area's attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place. This delightful and educational board book tours little explorers around the magical city of Agra

Author : Wayne Edison Begley,Ziyaud-Din A. Desai
Publisher : University of Washington Press
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Civilization, Modern
ISBN : UOM:39015017962328

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Taj Mahal by Wayne Edison Begley,Ziyaud-Din A. Desai Pdf

Author : Naresh Fernandes
Publisher : Antique Collector's Club
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-09
Category : Big band music
ISBN : 9351941736

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Taj Mahal Foxtrot by Naresh Fernandes Pdf

-An intimate look at a period of modern Indian history that has shaped the music of the subcontinent today -Features detailed sections on several important Indian and American jazz musicians, including Chic Chocolate, 'the Louis Armstrong of India'; and Teddy Weatherford In 1935, a violinist from Minnesota named Leon Abbey brought the first 'all negro' jazz band to Bombay, leaving behind a legacy that would last three decades. In a decade, swing found its way onto the streets of India. It influenced Hindi film music: the very soundtrack of Indian life. The optimism of jazz became an important element in the tunes that echoed the hopes of newly independent India. This book tells a story of India, especially of the city of Bombay, through the lives of a menagerie of geniuses, strivers, and eccentrics, both Indian and American, who helped jazz find a home in the sweaty subcontinent. They include the burly African-American pianist Teddy Weatherford; the Goan trumpet player Frank Fernand, whose epiphanic encounter with Mahatma Gandhi drove him to try to give jazz an Indian voice; Chic Chocolate, who was known as' the Louis Armstrong of India'; Anthony Gonsalves, who lent his name to one of the most popular Bollywood tunes ever; and many more. Taj Mahal Foxtrot, at its heart, is a history of Bombay in swing time.

Author : Tilottama Shome
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-20
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9354472478

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TAJ MAHAL THE STORY OF A WONDER OF THE WORLD by Tilottama Shome Pdf

Description In 1631, the empress Mumtaz Mahal died at childbirth, leaving her husband, the mighty emperor Shah Jahan, soaked in grief. Out of this sadness was born the idea of building a unique mausoleum or resting place for Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal went on to be considered the most beautiful building in the world. It symbolised Shah Jahan's love for his wife, and was a statement of Mughal power and splendour. In Taj Mahal, Tilottama Shome, an architect herself by training, lucidly narrates the story of the Mughal dynasty and how the Taj Mahal came to be built. Accompanied by detailed plans, maps, illustrations and photographs, it explains how the Taj was designed, the deep symbols that lie hidden everywhere in its plan, and the stories of the people who built it-from a mighty emperor to renowned architects to the humble stoneworkers and masons who worked on it for years. As wonderful as it is moving, this beautifully designed book will educate young readers on their heritage, as well as inspire them to create and appreciate beauty for themselves. Forthcoming in the Magnificent Monuments of India series: The Kailash Temple at Ellora

Author : Mantoshe Singh Devji
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : India
ISBN : STANFORD:36105024301371

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Taj Mahal Lovers' Story by Mantoshe Singh Devji Pdf

How Taj Mahal came about narrated as a love story.