Author: Neal Nathan
Publisher: GNOS Publishing
ISBN: 1737264218
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Agra, India - the city of the Taj Mahal. The Bureau of Archaeology (BoA) receives a bizarre petition under the Right-To-Information (RTI) Act, demanding the bureau disclose authentic historical evidence for the legend of the World Heritage monument. The bureau dumps the case on Vijay Kumar, a brilliant but maverick archaeologist, who discovers that the RTI case is not as straightforward as it sounds. Mysterious deaths and an Interpol alert make matters worse. Vijay Kumar sets off on an international pursuit to discover the truth where he can trust no one but himself. Has someone set up Vijay Kumar? Is he in danger? And above all, will he be able to unveil the truth, OR . . . will it forever remain a secret . . . Raaz? “A thrilling novel of one of the world’s wonders. Neal Nathan may well be the Dan Brown of the Indian subcontinent.” - Thierry Sagnier, author of ‘Dope’, and Pushcart Prize nominee “An absolute thriller, page-turner, memorable characters, and well researched.” - Sameer Bhide, author of ‘One Fine Day’, and Literary Titan Book Award winner “If you’re at all interested in the Taj Mahal … and who isn’t? … you will love reading this thriller and also learn its true history.” - Kenneth Korba, Richmond, Virginia
Raaz Mahal - The Palace of Secrets
Author: Neal Nathan
Publisher: GNOS Publishing
ISBN: 1737264218
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Agra, India - the city of the Taj Mahal. The Bureau of Archaeology (BoA) receives a bizarre petition under the Right-To-Information (RTI) Act, demanding the bureau disclose authentic historical evidence for the legend of the World Heritage monument. The bureau dumps the case on Vijay Kumar, a brilliant but maverick archaeologist, who discovers that the RTI case is not as straightforward as it sounds. Mysterious deaths and an Interpol alert make matters worse. Vijay Kumar sets off on an international pursuit to discover the truth where he can trust no one but himself. Has someone set up Vijay Kumar? Is he in danger? And above all, will he be able to unveil the truth, OR . . . will it forever remain a secret . . . Raaz? “A thrilling novel of one of the world’s wonders. Neal Nathan may well be the Dan Brown of the Indian subcontinent.” - Thierry Sagnier, author of ‘Dope’, and Pushcart Prize nominee “An absolute thriller, page-turner, memorable characters, and well researched.” - Sameer Bhide, author of ‘One Fine Day’, and Literary Titan Book Award winner “If you’re at all interested in the Taj Mahal … and who isn’t? … you will love reading this thriller and also learn its true history.” - Kenneth Korba, Richmond, Virginia
Publisher: GNOS Publishing
ISBN: 1737264218
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Agra, India - the city of the Taj Mahal. The Bureau of Archaeology (BoA) receives a bizarre petition under the Right-To-Information (RTI) Act, demanding the bureau disclose authentic historical evidence for the legend of the World Heritage monument. The bureau dumps the case on Vijay Kumar, a brilliant but maverick archaeologist, who discovers that the RTI case is not as straightforward as it sounds. Mysterious deaths and an Interpol alert make matters worse. Vijay Kumar sets off on an international pursuit to discover the truth where he can trust no one but himself. Has someone set up Vijay Kumar? Is he in danger? And above all, will he be able to unveil the truth, OR . . . will it forever remain a secret . . . Raaz? “A thrilling novel of one of the world’s wonders. Neal Nathan may well be the Dan Brown of the Indian subcontinent.” - Thierry Sagnier, author of ‘Dope’, and Pushcart Prize nominee “An absolute thriller, page-turner, memorable characters, and well researched.” - Sameer Bhide, author of ‘One Fine Day’, and Literary Titan Book Award winner “If you’re at all interested in the Taj Mahal … and who isn’t? … you will love reading this thriller and also learn its true history.” - Kenneth Korba, Richmond, Virginia
The Taj Mahal
Author: Lesley A. DuTemple
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
ISBN: 9780822546948
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Recounts the history of the creation of the Taj Mahal, built as a tomb and memorial for the wife of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
ISBN: 9780822546948
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Recounts the history of the creation of the Taj Mahal, built as a tomb and memorial for the wife of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.
TAJ MAHAL
Author: NARAYAN CHANGDER
Publisher: CHANGDER OUTLINE
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 65
Book Description
THE TAJ MAHAL MCQ (MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS) SERVES AS A VALUABLE RESOURCE FOR INDIVIDUALS AIMING TO DEEPEN THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF VARIOUS COMPETITIVE EXAMS, CLASS TESTS, QUIZ COMPETITIONS, AND SIMILAR ASSESSMENTS. WITH ITS EXTENSIVE COLLECTION OF MCQS, THIS BOOK EMPOWERS YOU TO ASSESS YOUR GRASP OF THE SUBJECT MATTER AND YOUR PROFICIENCY LEVEL. BY ENGAGING WITH THESE MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS, YOU CAN IMPROVE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE SUBJECT, IDENTIFY AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT, AND LAY A SOLID FOUNDATION. DIVE INTO THE TAJ MAHAL MCQ TO EXPAND YOUR TAJ MAHAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXCEL IN QUIZ COMPETITIONS, ACADEMIC STUDIES, OR PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS. THE ANSWERS TO THE QUESTIONS ARE PROVIDED AT THE END OF EACH PAGE, MAKING IT EASY FOR PARTICIPANTS TO VERIFY THEIR ANSWERS AND PREPARE EFFECTIVELY.
Publisher: CHANGDER OUTLINE
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 65
Book Description
THE TAJ MAHAL MCQ (MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS) SERVES AS A VALUABLE RESOURCE FOR INDIVIDUALS AIMING TO DEEPEN THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF VARIOUS COMPETITIVE EXAMS, CLASS TESTS, QUIZ COMPETITIONS, AND SIMILAR ASSESSMENTS. WITH ITS EXTENSIVE COLLECTION OF MCQS, THIS BOOK EMPOWERS YOU TO ASSESS YOUR GRASP OF THE SUBJECT MATTER AND YOUR PROFICIENCY LEVEL. BY ENGAGING WITH THESE MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS, YOU CAN IMPROVE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE SUBJECT, IDENTIFY AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT, AND LAY A SOLID FOUNDATION. DIVE INTO THE TAJ MAHAL MCQ TO EXPAND YOUR TAJ MAHAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXCEL IN QUIZ COMPETITIONS, ACADEMIC STUDIES, OR PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS. THE ANSWERS TO THE QUESTIONS ARE PROVIDED AT THE END OF EACH PAGE, MAKING IT EASY FOR PARTICIPANTS TO VERIFY THEIR ANSWERS AND PREPARE EFFECTIVELY.
Taj Mahal
Author: Heather Kissock
Publisher: Weigl Publishers
ISBN: 148968168X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Located in Agra, India, on the bank of the Yamuna River, the Taj Mahal is a mausoleum. A grief-stricken emperor named Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal to house the grave of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Find out more in Taj Mahal, a title in the Structural Wonders of the World series. These books identify some of the world’s best-known structures, exploring their history, the people responsible for their creation, and the science behind their construction. Each title features informative text, colorful photographs and maps, and a timeline detailing the steps toward construction.
Publisher: Weigl Publishers
ISBN: 148968168X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Located in Agra, India, on the bank of the Yamuna River, the Taj Mahal is a mausoleum. A grief-stricken emperor named Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal to house the grave of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Find out more in Taj Mahal, a title in the Structural Wonders of the World series. These books identify some of the world’s best-known structures, exploring their history, the people responsible for their creation, and the science behind their construction. Each title features informative text, colorful photographs and maps, and a timeline detailing the steps toward construction.
Rang Mahal
Author: Hanna Rydh
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Rajasthan (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Rajasthan (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Taj Mahal
Author: Caroline Arnold
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
ISBN: 0822587831
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
The Taj Mahal is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular buildings of the world, renowned for its architectual magnificence and aesthetic beauty. It is a rare book that can do justice to such a structure, but the grace and elegance of Rahul Bhushan's work captures the culture and the people that created the magnificent building. The story is a beautiful one, telling how Shah Jahan achieved immortality for himself and his departed wife, Mumtaz Mahal, by fulfilling her wish for a memeorable tomb. The building itself is so exquisite that the Taj Mahal is more than an expression of one man's love for a woman; it has become a symbol of grace and beauty and a monument to universal love.
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
ISBN: 0822587831
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
The Taj Mahal is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular buildings of the world, renowned for its architectual magnificence and aesthetic beauty. It is a rare book that can do justice to such a structure, but the grace and elegance of Rahul Bhushan's work captures the culture and the people that created the magnificent building. The story is a beautiful one, telling how Shah Jahan achieved immortality for himself and his departed wife, Mumtaz Mahal, by fulfilling her wish for a memeorable tomb. The building itself is so exquisite that the Taj Mahal is more than an expression of one man's love for a woman; it has become a symbol of grace and beauty and a monument to universal love.
Taj Mahal Pocket Travel Guide
Author: Bluworlds Guides
Publisher: Bluworlds Guides
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 86
Book Description
The jewel of India, and the sign of undying love of the world. Taj Mahal, an architectural wonder created by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his love, the third wife Mumtaj Mahal. An UNESCO world heritage site, and one of the most photographed building in the world. Taj Mahal pocket travel guide has covered all of Taj Mahal travel along with two UNESCO heritage sites of Agra and Fatehpur Sikri, the ruined capital of Emperor Akbar the Great. The guide is useful for backpackers, holidaymakers, archeological tourist, luxury traveler, and family travelers in tour planning, going there, transportation,accommodation reservations, sightseeing, activity planning, dining, shopping, nightlife and travel. Features: - Taj Mahal in Cinema - Aminent personalities visited - Going to Agra - Taj Mahal - Nearby attractions - Fatehpur Sikri - Shopping in Agra - Agra Nightlife - Activities in Agra - Festivals in Agra - Cuisine of Agra - Restaurants of Agra - Home stays in Agra - Vacation Rentals in Agra - Hotels in Agra - Car rentals - Spas in Agra - Florist in Agra - All basic facts of Agra, useful for travelers - Visa to India - Guidelines for foreign tourists - Tour plans - Map of Agra eBook Features (For Smartphones, Tablets) - PDF editions for offline reading - Zoom-in maps, images for close and clear views - Flip between pages with click-able index - Visit websites by touching embedded links - Adding notes
Publisher: Bluworlds Guides
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 86
Book Description
The jewel of India, and the sign of undying love of the world. Taj Mahal, an architectural wonder created by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his love, the third wife Mumtaj Mahal. An UNESCO world heritage site, and one of the most photographed building in the world. Taj Mahal pocket travel guide has covered all of Taj Mahal travel along with two UNESCO heritage sites of Agra and Fatehpur Sikri, the ruined capital of Emperor Akbar the Great. The guide is useful for backpackers, holidaymakers, archeological tourist, luxury traveler, and family travelers in tour planning, going there, transportation,accommodation reservations, sightseeing, activity planning, dining, shopping, nightlife and travel. Features: - Taj Mahal in Cinema - Aminent personalities visited - Going to Agra - Taj Mahal - Nearby attractions - Fatehpur Sikri - Shopping in Agra - Agra Nightlife - Activities in Agra - Festivals in Agra - Cuisine of Agra - Restaurants of Agra - Home stays in Agra - Vacation Rentals in Agra - Hotels in Agra - Car rentals - Spas in Agra - Florist in Agra - All basic facts of Agra, useful for travelers - Visa to India - Guidelines for foreign tourists - Tour plans - Map of Agra eBook Features (For Smartphones, Tablets) - PDF editions for offline reading - Zoom-in maps, images for close and clear views - Flip between pages with click-able index - Visit websites by touching embedded links - Adding notes
Taj Mahal
Author: Elizabeth Mann
Publisher: Mikaya Press
ISBN: 1931414440
Category : Mogul Empire
Languages : en
Pages : 23
Book Description
The well-illustrated story of the building of the Taj Mahal, one of the world's most beautiful monuments, and the Mughal dynasty in India whose 5th emperor built it.
Publisher: Mikaya Press
ISBN: 1931414440
Category : Mogul Empire
Languages : en
Pages : 23
Book Description
The well-illustrated story of the building of the Taj Mahal, one of the world's most beautiful monuments, and the Mughal dynasty in India whose 5th emperor built it.
BLACK TAJ MAHAL
Author: I N Khan (Arshi)
Publisher: Black Taj Project
ISBN: 8192747905
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 55
Book Description
The book is related to one of the most beautiful architecture of the world; the Taj Mahal. It has been scientifically portrayed in the book that makes it a useful guide for the tourists. The most beautiful architectural creation has been analysed from completely new angle, using the empirical rules prepared by a modern scientist - “The Fifteen Properties of Christopher Alexander”. The book sheds light on an age old story of another mausoleum of black marble that was to be built on the other bank of the river Yamuna. The construction of the Taj Mahal was only half of the original grand scheme conceived by its builder emperor Shahjahan. The historical events towards the end of emperor Shah Jahan’s reign, his dethroning and the conspiracies by his own son are highlighted. The book also covers the history of Mughal dynasty in a narrative manner. It traces the inherited quality of creativity and love for art and architecture of Mughals. The book puts into perspective the need of fulfilling a forgotten dream - the creation of Miniature Black Taj Mahal with ebony (natural black wood).
Publisher: Black Taj Project
ISBN: 8192747905
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 55
Book Description
The book is related to one of the most beautiful architecture of the world; the Taj Mahal. It has been scientifically portrayed in the book that makes it a useful guide for the tourists. The most beautiful architectural creation has been analysed from completely new angle, using the empirical rules prepared by a modern scientist - “The Fifteen Properties of Christopher Alexander”. The book sheds light on an age old story of another mausoleum of black marble that was to be built on the other bank of the river Yamuna. The construction of the Taj Mahal was only half of the original grand scheme conceived by its builder emperor Shahjahan. The historical events towards the end of emperor Shah Jahan’s reign, his dethroning and the conspiracies by his own son are highlighted. The book also covers the history of Mughal dynasty in a narrative manner. It traces the inherited quality of creativity and love for art and architecture of Mughals. The book puts into perspective the need of fulfilling a forgotten dream - the creation of Miniature Black Taj Mahal with ebony (natural black wood).
TAJ MAHAL - SHRINE OF LIES
Author: IZ
Publisher: The Write Order Publication
ISBN: 9395868155
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
A lover or a hater, a saint or a satan, a liberator or an oppressor? Was he a protector of the weak, the saviour of their lives or just another arch nemesis of their rights and lives? Who was Shah Jahan truly? This extensively researched book will answer all these mysteries. It sheds light onto the dark and atrocious past of Emperor Shah Jahan, Ruler of the Mughal Empire which historians and society have completely ignored. It shows how the Taj Mahal has worked as a blanket under which the darkest deeds of Shah Jahan have been buried. This book puts a big question mark on the legacy of Shah Jahan and the Taj Mahal as we know it today.
Publisher: The Write Order Publication
ISBN: 9395868155
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
A lover or a hater, a saint or a satan, a liberator or an oppressor? Was he a protector of the weak, the saviour of their lives or just another arch nemesis of their rights and lives? Who was Shah Jahan truly? This extensively researched book will answer all these mysteries. It sheds light onto the dark and atrocious past of Emperor Shah Jahan, Ruler of the Mughal Empire which historians and society have completely ignored. It shows how the Taj Mahal has worked as a blanket under which the darkest deeds of Shah Jahan have been buried. This book puts a big question mark on the legacy of Shah Jahan and the Taj Mahal as we know it today.