India: Land of Living Traditions - Hardcover

Shearer, Alistair

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0794606024 ISBN 13: 9780794606022

Publisher: Periplus Editions, 2009

Synopsis

Everywhere one looks in India, time-hallowed tradition meets twenty-first century head-on in a dizzying cocktail of intense impressions. From the stunning beauty of the Taj Mahal, to the charm of local traditions of artistry and dance, to parades of painted elephants, India is a paradise for the curious, for the reverent, for the adventuresome. India's compelling appeal derives from her rich history, her incredibly diverse population, and the staggering array of artistic achievements that are visible throughout the land. Covering the entire Indian subcontinent from the Himalayas in the north through the central plains to the tropical southern coastal states of Goa, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, with their wondrous beaches and temples, this beautiful book fully encapsulates the complete India experience.

About this title

About the Author:

Michael Freeman was born in England in 1945, studied at Brasenose College, Oxford University, and began a full-time photographic career in 1973. He has photographed extensively in Asia, both for magazines such Smithsonian, GEO, and Conde' Nast Traveller, and for numerous books. Alistair Shearer is a london-based writer specialising on asian subjects. His previous books include Buddha: The Intelligent Heart and The Hindu Vision. he has previously collaborated with freeman on The Spirit of Asia, a journey to some of Asia's most sacred places.

About this edition

• Publisher: Periplus Editions
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0794606024
• ISBN 13: 9780794606022
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 96