"A Handbook to Agra and the Taj, Sikandra, Fatehpur-Sikri and the Neighbourhood" by E.B. Havell is an early 1900s travel companion designed to enrich the experience of those exploring Agra and its surrounding wonders, especially the Taj Mahal. The guide intends to offer snapshots of the region’s history and art. The author sets the stage by clarifying that this book is designed to improve the visitor's understanding and appreciation of the monuments. It recognizes historical figures and their connection to Agra, setting the direction for the historical stories yet to be shared. The guide aims to highlight the complicated art and government of the Mughal empire, while recognizing the many influences of Agra’s monuments.
A Handbook to Agra and the Taj, Sikandra, Fatehpur-Sikri and the Neighbourhood
By E. B. (Ernest Binfield) Havell
Embark on a journey through time as you uncover the historical and artistic secrets of Agra's monuments left by the emperors of the Mughal Empire.
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About the AuthorErnest Binfield Havell, who published under the name E.B. Havell, was an influential English arts administrator, art historian and author of numerous books about Indian art and architecture. He was a member of the Havell family of artists and art educators. He was the principal of the Government School of Art, Calcutta from 1896 to 1905, where, along with Abanindranath Tagore, he developed a style of art and art education based on Indian rather than Western models, which led to the foundation of the Bengal school of art.
Ernest Binfield Havell, who published under the name E.B. Havell, was an influential English arts administrator, art historian and author of numerous books about Indian art and architecture. He was a member of the Havell family of artists and art educators. He was the principal of the Government School of Art, Calcutta from 1896 to 1905, where, along with Abanindranath Tagore, he developed a style of art and art education based on Indian rather than Western models, which led to the foundation of the Bengal school of art.
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