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Benares Illustrated In A Series of Drawings

by James Prinsep
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9788121283038
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
  • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
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  • Pages: 104
  • Original Price: INR 370.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 385 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): N/A

The city of Benares, known for its Hindu learning and superstition, has intrigued European travelers for centuries. Notable descriptions by Taver­nier and Heber offer glimpses of Benares in the past. However, limited artistic representation exists, and these sketches aim to fill the void. While not professional works of art, they faithfully depict the city's essence, providing a unique view of its vibrant culture. Created over ten years of residence in Benares, these sketches, along with a map, were intended to accompany a literary project. Despite potential minor inaccuracies, these illustrations offer valuable insights into Benares' antiquity, history, and population. The book features 32 black and white illustrations and required over a decade to gather the photographs and sketches for its inclusion.

James Prinsep (1799–1840) was an English scholar, orientalist, and antiquary. He is renowned for deciphering the Kharosthi and Brahmi scripts of ancient India. In addition to his work as an assay master, he made significant contributions to architecture, temple illustration, and sanitation in Benares. Prinsep was the founding editor of the Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bengal, contributing articles on chemistry, mineralogy, numismatics, meteorology, and Indian antiquities. He played a crucial role in the calibration of instruments to measure humidity and atmospheric pressure, and his decipherment of Brahmi script was a major scholarly achievement.

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