The Wisdom of Ananda Coomaraswamy Reflections on Indian Art, Life, and Religion |
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| Author:
| Coomaraswamy, Ananda K. |
| Editor:
| Singam, S. Durai Raja
Fitzgerald, Joseph A. |
| Introduction by:
| Perry, Whitall N. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-936597-09-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2011 |
| Publisher: | World Wisdom, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Digital (delivered electronically) |
| List Price: | USD $14.99 |
Book Description:
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Ananda Coomaraswamy (1877-1947) was one of the most famous scholars of Indian art, culture, and religion. He served for many years as the Keeper of Indian and Islamic Art at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, establishing one of the most impressive collections of oriental artifacts in the world. This anthology contains thematically arranged excerpts from his many writings, letters, and speeches, making it a uniquely accessible collection of his wisdom and insight. It is richly illustrated...
More DescriptionAnanda Coomaraswamy (1877-1947) was one of the most famous scholars of Indian art, culture, and religion. He served for many years as the Keeper of Indian and Islamic Art at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, establishing one of the most impressive collections of oriental artifacts in the world. This anthology contains thematically arranged excerpts from his many writings, letters, and speeches, making it a uniquely accessible collection of his wisdom and insight. It is richly illustrated with over 140 black-and-white historical photographs and paintings.