The Archaeology and Architecture of Afghanistan (Paperback, illustrated edition)

The archaeology and architecture of Afghanistan have never been the subject of their own book before; through concise description and discussion Edgar Knobloch here reveals their importance both as works of art, and as symbols of the country's past, geography and character. Tracing the historical and cultural development of artistic and architectural styles, this book comprehensively examines the major sites, with detailed description of their buildings and decoration. The extent to which these structures were influences by Afghanistan's long history of war and invasion - from Alexander the Great to the present day - is discussed against a clear and informative outline of the country's past and present. Illustrated with evocative photographs of both monuments and daily life, the book describes in detail the artistic movements and achievements of Afghanistan, while constantly reminding the reader that these images, taken by the author in 1978, show a cultural heritage which may no longer exist.

General

Imprint:	The History Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	May 2002
First published:	2002
Authors:	Edgar Knobloch
Dimensions:	248 x 172 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	192
Edition:	illustrated edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-7524-2519-1
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Architecture > General Books > Humanities > Archaeology > General Books > Humanities > History > Asian / Middle Eastern history > General Books > History > Asian / Middle Eastern history > General Promotions
LSN:	0-7524-2519-6
Barcode:	9780752425191

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