James Fergusson
James Fergusson FRS was a Scottish architectural historian, mainly remembered for his interest in Indian historical architecture and antiquities. He was an important figure in the 19th-century rediscovery of ancient India. He was originally a businessman, and though not formally trained as an architect, designed some buildings and decorative schemes.
The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Restored in Conformity With the Recently Discovered Remains
Unearthing ancient texts and groundbreaking discoveries, one architect endeavors to rebuild a lost wonder of the world, stone by painstaking stone.
By James Fergusson
A History of Architecture in All Countries, Volume 2, 3rd ed. From the Earliest Times to the Present Day
Journey through cathedrals and towers across Europe to witness how cultural forces shaped iconic structures and transformed architectural design.
By James Fergusson
A History of Architecture in all Countries, Volume 1, 3rd ed. From the Earliest Times to the Present Day
Travel through time and across cultures to witness how the world's buildings and structures have mirrored the aspirations and innovations of humanity.
By James Fergusson
Rude Stone Monuments in All Countries: Their Age and Uses
Uncover the hidden stories behind ancient stone monuments and the civilizations who erected them, challenging accepted beliefs with reasoned analysis.
By James Fergusson
A History of Architecture in all Countries, Volumes 1 and 2, 3rd ed. From the Earliest Times to the Present Day
Discover how the world’s buildings reflect the beliefs and progress of civilizations from the ancient world forward.
By James Fergusson
History of Indian and Eastern Architecture
Discover how ancient building designs and cultural influences combine to tell the untold story of India's most stunning structures.
By James Fergusson