Illuminations: The Writing Traditions of Indonesia

Language: English

Published by Weatherhill / Lontar, New York, 1996

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Nineteen contributors explore the incredibly rich written traditions of Indonesia, home to literally hundreds of distinct spoken dialects, and a wealth of written forms. Describes scripts developed from various Indic, Arabic, Roman and Chinese systems, imported with immigrants to the archipelago over many centuries, as well as a myriad of indigenous scripts, recorded using as many different techniques and materials. Illustrated or illuminated texts of secular, Hindu-Buddhist and Islamic significance are discussed, along with texts on subjects as varied as divination, Kakawin poetry, mythology, royal edicts and historical biography. Includes supplementary essays on papermaking, seals and signatures, modern efforts at preservation. The only comprehensive treatment of this fascinating subject in any language. 319 pp., over 380 colour and occasional monochrome illustrations, bibliography, index Size: 33 x 24.5 cm.

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Title
Illuminations: The Writing Traditions of Indonesia
Author
Kumar, Anne, John H. McGlynn et al
Publisher
Weatherhill / Lontar, New York
Publication year
1996
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New
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Hard Cover
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English
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0834803496
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9780834803497
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