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5.0 out of 5 stars
An elegant introduction to one of India's most exotic temple complexes,
By Kent Davis "Devata Org - Khmer Studies" (Anna Maria Island, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Khajuraho (Monumental Legacy Series) (Paperback)
To the author's credit, her compact book (only 107 pages) in an ideal introduction to this important monument group built in central India from 900-1200AD. She covers a broad range of topics including the history of the monuments, their architectural components and addressing controversies inspired by their erotic content. The book has 13 illustrations, 2 maps and 29 photographs that clearly illustrate points raised in the text.
Travelers should consider this book an essential item for a visit; it includes a short appendix at the end with details about restaurants, hotels, transportation, guides and museums at the site. For an in depth view of the topic, refer to the author's 1996 book "The Religious Imagery of Khajuraho" and her 1984 book "Erotic Sculpture of India: A Socio-Cultural Study." This volume is from the Oxford University Press "Monumental Legacy" series about World Heritage Sites in India. Other books in the series cover the Ellora caves, the 14th c. Vijayanagara cultural center of Hampi, the 13th c. Orissan sun temple of Konarak on the Bay of Bengal, Christian churches of Goa, Buddhist monuments of Sanchi, and more. Religious Imagery of Khajuraho Erotic Sculpture of India: A Socio-Cultural Study Khajuraho |
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Khajuraho (Monumental Legacy Series) by Devangana Desai (Paperback - January 9, 2003)
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