Lucknow-City of Nawabs, Culture and Heritage

Lucknow-City of Nawabs, Culture and Heritage

Author: Anurag Mathur

Publisher:

Published: 2020-03-12

Total Pages: 461

ISBN-13:

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About Book: - Here by this Book we would like to show you the Lucknow's Amazing "Old-rare, Day & Night - 3D-2D Viewing" Rare & Real Heritage Photographs and Paintings to put an Idea about Indian people thoughts regarding Lucknow Culture & Heritage, Day to Day activities and most important aspect related to Lucknow Culture before & after Indian Independence from British rule. Nicknames of Lucknow City are - The City of Nawabs, Shiraz-e-Hind, The Golden City of India, and Constantinople of the East. "Respect our History - Save our Heritage - Preserve the Monuments".Aim behind this book is to show all that how was Lucknow before & after 100 years back? For general awareness to protect our valuable & priceless Photographic Heritage of India, worth to preserve National Importance Photographs & related documents. By not destroying and not writing anything on old rare Photographs, wherever they are kept and preserved, However Photographic Heritage Conservation is conducted by National Archives, many Libraries, Museums and ASI (Archaeological Survey of India - A Central Government Body - founded in 1861 & effectively starts working from 1870) who is responsible for Conservation, Restoration, Preservation & Reconstruction, but this is our Prime duty & help to protect our priceless Photographic Heritage for our New coming Generations for several years. In this modern era we are now able to see real World by the invention of World first Camera. Before invention of Camera the medium to see the real World, there was handmade Paintings & Painting Portrait, Scenery. Before invention of Camera we were able to see somehow similar real person face, Natural scene by handmade Paintings & Painting Portrait, Scenery etc.We are also now able to show new generation through this book more than 100 years old well preserved Black & White photographs taken from Box type Camera of black cloth & other updated Cameras. System of taking snap was lengthy & time taking process with the help of other persons. Photographer covers himself by black cloth of Box Camera when he starts taking snap shot standing in front of the object. Clear night photograph taking process was much difficult due to night darkness in comparison to day. To eliminate darkness there was perfect timing of snap shot by using fireworks, oil lanterns and wooden fire etc. before invention of electric bulb & electricity for Camera flash.


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Download or read book Lucknow-City of Nawabs, Culture and Heritage written by Anurag Mathur and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-12 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About Book: - Here by this Book we would like to show you the Lucknow's Amazing "Old-rare, Day & Night - 3D-2D Viewing" Rare & Real Heritage Photographs and Paintings to put an Idea about Indian people thoughts regarding Lucknow Culture & Heritage, Day to Day activities and most important aspect related to Lucknow Culture before & after Indian Independence from British rule. Nicknames of Lucknow City are - The City of Nawabs, Shiraz-e-Hind, The Golden City of India, and Constantinople of the East. "Respect our History - Save our Heritage - Preserve the Monuments".Aim behind this book is to show all that how was Lucknow before & after 100 years back? For general awareness to protect our valuable & priceless Photographic Heritage of India, worth to preserve National Importance Photographs & related documents. By not destroying and not writing anything on old rare Photographs, wherever they are kept and preserved, However Photographic Heritage Conservation is conducted by National Archives, many Libraries, Museums and ASI (Archaeological Survey of India - A Central Government Body - founded in 1861 & effectively starts working from 1870) who is responsible for Conservation, Restoration, Preservation & Reconstruction, but this is our Prime duty & help to protect our priceless Photographic Heritage for our New coming Generations for several years. In this modern era we are now able to see real World by the invention of World first Camera. Before invention of Camera the medium to see the real World, there was handmade Paintings & Painting Portrait, Scenery. Before invention of Camera we were able to see somehow similar real person face, Natural scene by handmade Paintings & Painting Portrait, Scenery etc.We are also now able to show new generation through this book more than 100 years old well preserved Black & White photographs taken from Box type Camera of black cloth & other updated Cameras. System of taking snap was lengthy & time taking process with the help of other persons. Photographer covers himself by black cloth of Box Camera when he starts taking snap shot standing in front of the object. Clear night photograph taking process was much difficult due to night darkness in comparison to day. To eliminate darkness there was perfect timing of snap shot by using fireworks, oil lanterns and wooden fire etc. before invention of electric bulb & electricity for Camera flash.

Lucknow City of Nawabs Culture and Heritage B and W

Lucknow City of Nawabs Culture and Heritage B and W

Author: Suresh Agarwal

Publisher:

Published: 2020-03-12

Total Pages: 461

ISBN-13:

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About Book: - Here by this Book we would like to show you the Lucknow's Amazing "Old-rare, Day & Night - 3D-2D Viewing" Rare & Real Heritage Photographs and Paintings to put an Idea about Indian people thoughts regarding Lucknow Culture & Heritage, Day to Day activities and most important aspect related to Lucknow Culture before & after Indian Independence from British rule. Nicknames of Lucknow City are - The City of Nawabs, Shiraz-e-Hind, The Golden City of India, and Constantinople of the East. "Respect our History - Save our Heritage - Preserve the Monuments".Aim behind this book is to show all that how was Lucknow before & after 100 years back? For general awareness to protect our valuable & priceless Photographic Heritage of India, worth to preserve National Importance Photographs & related documents. By not destroying and not writing anything on old rare Photographs, wherever they are kept and preserved, However Photographic Heritage Conservation is conducted by National Archives, many Libraries, Museums and ASI (Archaeological Survey of India - A Central Government Body - founded in 1861 & effectively starts working from 1870) who is responsible for Conservation, Restoration, Preservation & Reconstruction, but this is our Prime duty & help to protect our priceless Photographic Heritage for our New coming Generations for several years. In this modern era we are now able to see real World by the invention of World first Camera. Before invention of Camera the medium to see the real World, there was handmade Paintings & Painting Portrait, Scenery. Before invention of Camera we were able to see somehow similar real person face, Natural scene by handmade Paintings & Painting Portrait, Scenery etc.We are also now able to show new generation through this book more than 100 years old well preserved Black & White photographs taken from Box type Camera of black cloth & other updated Cameras. System of taking snap was lengthy & time taking process with the help of other persons. Photographer covers himself by black cloth of Box Camera when he starts taking snap shot standing in front of the object. Clear night photograph taking process was much difficult due to night darkness in comparison to day. To eliminate darkness there was perfect timing of snap shot by using fireworks, oil lanterns and wooden fire etc. before invention of electric bulb & electricity for Camera flash.


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Download or read book Lucknow City of Nawabs Culture and Heritage B and W written by Suresh Agarwal and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-12 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About Book: - Here by this Book we would like to show you the Lucknow's Amazing "Old-rare, Day & Night - 3D-2D Viewing" Rare & Real Heritage Photographs and Paintings to put an Idea about Indian people thoughts regarding Lucknow Culture & Heritage, Day to Day activities and most important aspect related to Lucknow Culture before & after Indian Independence from British rule. Nicknames of Lucknow City are - The City of Nawabs, Shiraz-e-Hind, The Golden City of India, and Constantinople of the East. "Respect our History - Save our Heritage - Preserve the Monuments".Aim behind this book is to show all that how was Lucknow before & after 100 years back? For general awareness to protect our valuable & priceless Photographic Heritage of India, worth to preserve National Importance Photographs & related documents. By not destroying and not writing anything on old rare Photographs, wherever they are kept and preserved, However Photographic Heritage Conservation is conducted by National Archives, many Libraries, Museums and ASI (Archaeological Survey of India - A Central Government Body - founded in 1861 & effectively starts working from 1870) who is responsible for Conservation, Restoration, Preservation & Reconstruction, but this is our Prime duty & help to protect our priceless Photographic Heritage for our New coming Generations for several years. In this modern era we are now able to see real World by the invention of World first Camera. Before invention of Camera the medium to see the real World, there was handmade Paintings & Painting Portrait, Scenery. Before invention of Camera we were able to see somehow similar real person face, Natural scene by handmade Paintings & Painting Portrait, Scenery etc.We are also now able to show new generation through this book more than 100 years old well preserved Black & White photographs taken from Box type Camera of black cloth & other updated Cameras. System of taking snap was lengthy & time taking process with the help of other persons. Photographer covers himself by black cloth of Box Camera when he starts taking snap shot standing in front of the object. Clear night photograph taking process was much difficult due to night darkness in comparison to day. To eliminate darkness there was perfect timing of snap shot by using fireworks, oil lanterns and wooden fire etc. before invention of electric bulb & electricity for Camera flash.

Lucknow, the City of Heritage & Culture

Lucknow, the City of Heritage & Culture

Author: Vipul Varshneya

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789385285523

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Lucknow is known as a city of dreams, and 160 years after the elegant court of NawabWajid Ali Shah, there are almost as many different ways of interpreting it, as there were dreamers. Splendid buildings in brick that have witnessed centuries of history, the chime of temple bells, the call of the muezzin, the magical strains of thumri, the soulful lyrics of ghazals, the expressive grace of Kathak dance, the exquisite crafts, the delicate flavours of cuisine?all these are part of the fascinating city of Lucknow. The famed nazaakat and nafaasat, go hand-in-hand with the marvellous buildings in Indo-Saracenic style.00This book takes us on many journeys through a bygone era, exploring the passions and aesthetics of the people of Awadh. It features over 100 colour photographs and minute architectural drawings that recreate the splendour of Lucknow?s historic monuments.


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Download or read book Lucknow, the City of Heritage & Culture written by Vipul Varshneya and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lucknow is known as a city of dreams, and 160 years after the elegant court of NawabWajid Ali Shah, there are almost as many different ways of interpreting it, as there were dreamers. Splendid buildings in brick that have witnessed centuries of history, the chime of temple bells, the call of the muezzin, the magical strains of thumri, the soulful lyrics of ghazals, the expressive grace of Kathak dance, the exquisite crafts, the delicate flavours of cuisine?all these are part of the fascinating city of Lucknow. The famed nazaakat and nafaasat, go hand-in-hand with the marvellous buildings in Indo-Saracenic style.00This book takes us on many journeys through a bygone era, exploring the passions and aesthetics of the people of Awadh. It features over 100 colour photographs and minute architectural drawings that recreate the splendour of Lucknow?s historic monuments.

Lucknow My Lucknow

Lucknow My Lucknow

Author: Jagdish Arora

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Published: 2020-04-05

Total Pages: 86

ISBN-13:

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About Book: -The book "Lucknow my Lucknow" is an amazing book about Lucknow. As author of this book, I also tried to give very interesting information in this Book including Lucknow Heritage & Culture with Hotels, Restaurants, Educational, Government offices & Tourist offices. That name still conjures up visions of the Nawabs with their splendid retinues and their magnificent palaces throbbing with life. The Splendour of the city's culture is reflected in its subtle fusion of sophistication and emotional warmth, its language, and the manners of its people. Its greatest attraction lies in its art of accepting the old and assimilating the new. This unique mix global attractions & local charm makes visiting Lucknow an unforgettable experience. Lucknow's aura owes much to its glory period of 1722-1856. When it Mughal Empire, ruled by Governors called Nawabs.


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Download or read book Lucknow My Lucknow written by Jagdish Arora and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-05 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About Book: -The book "Lucknow my Lucknow" is an amazing book about Lucknow. As author of this book, I also tried to give very interesting information in this Book including Lucknow Heritage & Culture with Hotels, Restaurants, Educational, Government offices & Tourist offices. That name still conjures up visions of the Nawabs with their splendid retinues and their magnificent palaces throbbing with life. The Splendour of the city's culture is reflected in its subtle fusion of sophistication and emotional warmth, its language, and the manners of its people. Its greatest attraction lies in its art of accepting the old and assimilating the new. This unique mix global attractions & local charm makes visiting Lucknow an unforgettable experience. Lucknow's aura owes much to its glory period of 1722-1856. When it Mughal Empire, ruled by Governors called Nawabs.

Lucknow My Lucknow

Lucknow My Lucknow

Author: Jagdish Arora

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 9789351280316

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Authored UttarPradesh Encyclopaedia Teenagers Today, Indira Gandhi- Harbinger of Peace, Namital Guide and Lucknow Guide, Choudhary Charan Singh is Under publication. Contemplating to write, 2nd edition Indira Gandhi, Harbinger of Peace. Managed the Femina Miss Lucknow contest at Lucknow for several years and also Miss Eves weekly India Contest. As secretary U.P. Film Journalist Association organised, U.P. Film Journalist award functions at Lucknow. The Hon'ble Allahabad High Court Lucknow-bench appointed him Hon'ble Member High Court Monitoring Committer for Civic Amenities, Lucknow Development Authority appointed him as member of Compounding and Review Committee and Lucknow Police appointed him Special Police officer. Also member of All India Free Lance Journalist Association. While his efforts must be lauded, we do wonder how far having associated with a particular cause to write in newspapers and books. Due credit must be given to Jagdish Arora for hearing consistently being involved in nobel causes and also a journalist, representing renowned publication in all sphere of life and culture. About Author: - Jagdish Arora always knew how to be Renowned in the limelight when he was 20 years and he joined the Mohd Bagh Club Ltd. Lucknow which is almost a defence club to seek knowledge and to become a real applicative and development oriented professional in the field of organising cultural and festival of fashion and beauty shows which enables in Comprehensive and functional sphere. He did his schooling in Sherwood College and Birla Vidya Mandir Public School, Nainital. After schooling he joined Lucknow University and did post graduation as skilled communication with exceptional skill and abilities in forging business Joined Times of India publication Femina, also Current weekly as correspondent. Also joined BLITZ and savvy as Correspondent at Lucknow. Later joined Onlooker as photographer and Correspondent Mrs. Gulshan Ewing editor in chief approached him to join Eve


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Download or read book Lucknow My Lucknow written by Jagdish Arora and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authored UttarPradesh Encyclopaedia Teenagers Today, Indira Gandhi- Harbinger of Peace, Namital Guide and Lucknow Guide, Choudhary Charan Singh is Under publication. Contemplating to write, 2nd edition Indira Gandhi, Harbinger of Peace. Managed the Femina Miss Lucknow contest at Lucknow for several years and also Miss Eves weekly India Contest. As secretary U.P. Film Journalist Association organised, U.P. Film Journalist award functions at Lucknow. The Hon'ble Allahabad High Court Lucknow-bench appointed him Hon'ble Member High Court Monitoring Committer for Civic Amenities, Lucknow Development Authority appointed him as member of Compounding and Review Committee and Lucknow Police appointed him Special Police officer. Also member of All India Free Lance Journalist Association. While his efforts must be lauded, we do wonder how far having associated with a particular cause to write in newspapers and books. Due credit must be given to Jagdish Arora for hearing consistently being involved in nobel causes and also a journalist, representing renowned publication in all sphere of life and culture. About Author: - Jagdish Arora always knew how to be Renowned in the limelight when he was 20 years and he joined the Mohd Bagh Club Ltd. Lucknow which is almost a defence club to seek knowledge and to become a real applicative and development oriented professional in the field of organising cultural and festival of fashion and beauty shows which enables in Comprehensive and functional sphere. He did his schooling in Sherwood College and Birla Vidya Mandir Public School, Nainital. After schooling he joined Lucknow University and did post graduation as skilled communication with exceptional skill and abilities in forging business Joined Times of India publication Femina, also Current weekly as correspondent. Also joined BLITZ and savvy as Correspondent at Lucknow. Later joined Onlooker as photographer and Correspondent Mrs. Gulshan Ewing editor in chief approached him to join Eve

Indian Culture & Heritage

Indian Culture & Heritage

Author: Anurag Mathur

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-01-08

Total Pages: 490

ISBN-13: 9781542435529

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About Book: - Best Book for Indian Culture, Heritage, History, Arts, Architecture & Tourism Degree - Courses in various Universities & Management Institutes and for Tourists also. About Author: - Anurag Mathur (B.Sc., M.A. - History, PhD Level Research, Post Graduate Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management Advance Course in Tourism from IITTM - Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management- Ministry of Tourism Govt. of India, New Delhi & WTO (World Tourism Organization). PGDBIM (MBA-Delhi). Ex. Lecturer of History, Hotel & Tourism Management Department at Agra University. Agra & also Numismatist (Coins Collector), Philatelist, Antiques, Rare Photographs & Paintings Collector etc, Lucknow. U.P. India. (Father of Author Anurag Mathur, Late. Shri. O.N. Mathur, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Govt. of India -Posted at Taj Mahal & other Historical Monuments at Agra-1975 - 89. Author Anurag Mathur's forefather was posted at Royal Imperial Court of Emperor Shaha Jahan as Finance Minister (Treasury Incharge -Shahi Khazana) as per Author's Family Tree Records & generations Chronology & rest all ancestors were educated from Kayastha family and served in Royal Mughal Court after one by one. - - Indian Culture & Heritage Information, Lucknow.


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Download or read book Indian Culture & Heritage written by Anurag Mathur and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-01-08 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About Book: - Best Book for Indian Culture, Heritage, History, Arts, Architecture & Tourism Degree - Courses in various Universities & Management Institutes and for Tourists also. About Author: - Anurag Mathur (B.Sc., M.A. - History, PhD Level Research, Post Graduate Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management Advance Course in Tourism from IITTM - Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management- Ministry of Tourism Govt. of India, New Delhi & WTO (World Tourism Organization). PGDBIM (MBA-Delhi). Ex. Lecturer of History, Hotel & Tourism Management Department at Agra University. Agra & also Numismatist (Coins Collector), Philatelist, Antiques, Rare Photographs & Paintings Collector etc, Lucknow. U.P. India. (Father of Author Anurag Mathur, Late. Shri. O.N. Mathur, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Govt. of India -Posted at Taj Mahal & other Historical Monuments at Agra-1975 - 89. Author Anurag Mathur's forefather was posted at Royal Imperial Court of Emperor Shaha Jahan as Finance Minister (Treasury Incharge -Shahi Khazana) as per Author's Family Tree Records & generations Chronology & rest all ancestors were educated from Kayastha family and served in Royal Mughal Court after one by one. - - Indian Culture & Heritage Information, Lucknow.

Lucknow, the Historic City

Lucknow, the Historic City

Author: W. H. Siddiqi

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13:

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Study of Lucknow's monuments based on historical facts, and with descriptions of salient architectural features.


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Download or read book Lucknow, the Historic City written by W. H. Siddiqi and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Study of Lucknow's monuments based on historical facts, and with descriptions of salient architectural features.

Transforming Urban Nightlife and the Development of Smart Public Spaces

Transforming Urban Nightlife and the Development of Smart Public Spaces

Author: Abusaada, Hisham

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2021-05-14

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 1799870065

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Public places are places where all citizens, irrespective of their race, age, religion, or class level (social or economic), cannot be excluded. It serves to improve the lifestyle experience of its inhabitants, as well as promote social connections. All citizens are responsible for it and are interested in it, and the intervention for change must be the responsibility of all without exception. As such, bottom-up urban planning is essential for urban environments and for transforming nightlife in public places in order to create more meaningful experiences and instill a greater sense of identity and community. Transforming Urban Nightlife and the Development of Smart Public Spaces analyzes the patterns of transformations of nightlife in public life. The book investigates urban nightlife transformations and the challenge of enhancing the sense of belonging in sensitive areas such as local communities and historical sites. The chapters present new insights to control the chaotic intervention related to the elements of traditional or digital technology, whether from citizens themselves or local authorities. The objective also is to document urban nightlife transformations that enhance the sense of belonging in historical sites. Important topics covered include urban-gamification, digital urban art, urban socio-ecosystems, and reimagining space in the urban nightlife. This book is ideal for urban planners, developers, social scientists, technologists, civil engineers, architects, policymakers, government officials, practitioners, researchers, academicians, and students who are interested in urban nightlife and nightscape and the smart technologies used for transformation.


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Download or read book Transforming Urban Nightlife and the Development of Smart Public Spaces written by Abusaada, Hisham and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2021-05-14 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Public places are places where all citizens, irrespective of their race, age, religion, or class level (social or economic), cannot be excluded. It serves to improve the lifestyle experience of its inhabitants, as well as promote social connections. All citizens are responsible for it and are interested in it, and the intervention for change must be the responsibility of all without exception. As such, bottom-up urban planning is essential for urban environments and for transforming nightlife in public places in order to create more meaningful experiences and instill a greater sense of identity and community. Transforming Urban Nightlife and the Development of Smart Public Spaces analyzes the patterns of transformations of nightlife in public life. The book investigates urban nightlife transformations and the challenge of enhancing the sense of belonging in sensitive areas such as local communities and historical sites. The chapters present new insights to control the chaotic intervention related to the elements of traditional or digital technology, whether from citizens themselves or local authorities. The objective also is to document urban nightlife transformations that enhance the sense of belonging in historical sites. Important topics covered include urban-gamification, digital urban art, urban socio-ecosystems, and reimagining space in the urban nightlife. This book is ideal for urban planners, developers, social scientists, technologists, civil engineers, architects, policymakers, government officials, practitioners, researchers, academicians, and students who are interested in urban nightlife and nightscape and the smart technologies used for transformation.

Vanishing Culture of Lucknow

Vanishing Culture of Lucknow

Author: Amir Hasan

Publisher:

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13:

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A Fatal Friendship

A Fatal Friendship

Author: Rosie Llewellyn-Jones

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13:

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The city of Lucknow, once described as "the last example of the old pomp and refinement of Hindustan", still remains one of the most interesting cities of north India. This lively urban history presents a panorama of the political, cultural, and architectural life of Lucknow during its heyday: from the ascendancy of the first nawab in the early 18th century to the deposition of the last nawab in 1856. Focusing on the architecture itself and the particular psychologies that lay behind the building facades, the author draws some intriguing conclusions about nawabi Lucknow and the colonial mind in its relation to Indian urban life.


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Download or read book A Fatal Friendship written by Rosie Llewellyn-Jones and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1985 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The city of Lucknow, once described as "the last example of the old pomp and refinement of Hindustan", still remains one of the most interesting cities of north India. This lively urban history presents a panorama of the political, cultural, and architectural life of Lucknow during its heyday: from the ascendancy of the first nawab in the early 18th century to the deposition of the last nawab in 1856. Focusing on the architecture itself and the particular psychologies that lay behind the building facades, the author draws some intriguing conclusions about nawabi Lucknow and the colonial mind in its relation to Indian urban life.