India

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INDIA
Land of Dreams and Fantasy
Doranne Jacobson
with ouer 330 full-color illtistralions
India is a land of fantasy, color, and intrigue. The complex culture of this magnificent 5,000-year-old civilization tias long captivated the imagination. Endless variety characterizes India—where 15 recognized state languages and countless dialects are spoken in diverse regions, each unique in its traditions.
INDIA; LAND OF DREAMS AND FANTASY explores the history, religions, architecture, rural wonders, urban glories, handicrafts, rituals, colorful festivals, glorious cuisine, literature, and day-to-day lifestyles of this ancient nation. In an insightful text by scholar Doranne Jacobson, the remarkable story of India is told, from its mysterious beginnings with the Indus Valley Civilization— in which the foundations of Hinduism and Indian culture were laid—to its lively present as the world's largest democracy. More than 300 spectacular photographs vibrantly illustrate this unique... Tovább

Fülszöveg

INDIA
Land of Dreams and Fantasy
Doranne Jacobson
with ouer 330 full-color illtistralions
India is a land of fantasy, color, and intrigue. The complex culture of this magnificent 5,000-year-old civilization tias long captivated the imagination. Endless variety characterizes India—where 15 recognized state languages and countless dialects are spoken in diverse regions, each unique in its traditions.
INDIA; LAND OF DREAMS AND FANTASY explores the history, religions, architecture, rural wonders, urban glories, handicrafts, rituals, colorful festivals, glorious cuisine, literature, and day-to-day lifestyles of this ancient nation. In an insightful text by scholar Doranne Jacobson, the remarkable story of India is told, from its mysterious beginnings with the Indus Valley Civilization— in which the foundations of Hinduism and Indian culture were laid—to its lively present as the world's largest democracy. More than 300 spectacular photographs vibrantly illustrate this unique volume, the first to comprehensively capture India in both words and images. Part I of this book provides the reader with a fascinating historic and cultural foundation, presenting numerous religions—from Hinduism to Buddhism to tribal beliefs—and explaining the intricacies of the social order.
In Part II, each important region is explored in depth, for both its extraordinary beauty and cultural wealth. The Historic North boasts the famed Himalayas and Taj Mahal. Royal Rajasthan is home to the exquisitely carved white marble temples of the Jains and the wild tigers of Ranthambhor National Park, Visitors to the Vibrant West and Central Heartland can view the glorious textiles and antique woodcarvings of the Calico Museum or attempt to decipher cave paintings of Madhya
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Pradesh. A different set of wonders highlights the Radiant East, where the bustling metropolis of Calcutta contrasts with verdant rice fields and the tribal areas of Orissa. In the Graceful South, travelers can sample the superb cuisine—^which includes inventive vegetable-and-spice combinations—and also visit Buddhist and Hindu holy places and early monuments.
Whether embarking on an actual trip or a journey of the imagination, countless delights await the traveler to India. Taking the reader on a dazzling visual journey, this volume distills and celebrates the essence of India.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Doranne Jacobson is an anthropologist, writer, and photographer who has lived and worked in India for many years. She received a Ph.D. from Columbia University and is the author of many articles and a book on India. Her photographs have appeared in a wide variety of publications and exhibits, and many have won awards. She is a frequent lecturer and consultant to educational and international organizations. The author currently resides in Springfield, Illinois.
Front cover photograph by Charles Bowman Back cover photograph by Doranne Jacobson Cover design by Mark Weinberg
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