An extensively illustrated survey of India’s most iconic architectural monuments. Combining historical research, architectural analysis, and vivid photography, the book explores the origins, development, and cultural significance of forts and palaces built across various regions of India. Sahai examines their construction techniques, defensive features, artistic styles, royal patronage, and t…
This book presents the beauty and richness of Chinese vernacular architecture through examples of traditional houses from various regions. Sun Dazhang explains the characteristics of form, structure, materials, spatial layout, and cultural symbolism that have shaped Chinese dwellings for centuries. Packed with photographs, illustrations, and technical explanations, the book highlights the relat…
This photography book showcases China's stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, seen through five main themes or themes. The collection captures a diverse geography, from dramatic mountain landscapes and vast deserts to rivers and historic sites, highlighting the rich traditions and traditions of the people of various regions.
This captivating photo collection is an in-depth visual exploration of Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), one of China's most iconic and renowned mountains. Through high-quality photographs, the book captures the scenery of distinctive granite peaks, seas of clouds, unique pine trees, and hot springs. It serves as both a visual guide and a tribute to Huangshan's natural beauty.
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the historical and cultural development of China from the Qin Dynasty to the Tang Dynasty. The first part focuses on the formation of the first centralized empire under the Qin, as well as the consolidation of institutions, the system of government, and the formation of a highly civilized society during the Han Dynasty. This book highlights nationa…
United Arab Emirates: Heritage & Modern Development offers a comprehensive overview of the UAE’s transformation from a traditional desert society to a modern, rapidly developing nation. The book explores the country’s rich cultural heritage—its tribal traditions, Bedouin lifestyle, architecture, and maritime history—while also examining the political, economic, and social changes that f…
This book encompass historical perspective of respective communities, their contribution at the national level and elaborate coverage of their places of worship and sacred sites. The text has been written by Dr Safdar Ali Shah, a well-known researcher and scholar; and the photography have been done by Syed Javaid A Kazi, President Pakistan Photographic Society and recipient of Presidential Prid…
This book, the first comprehensive survey of traditional Malay literature in English since 1939, embraces more than a millennium of Malay letters from the vague data of the seventh century up to the early beginnings of the modern literatures in the late nineteenth century. The long path trodden by traditional Malay literature is viewed in historical and theoretical perspectives as a development…