Nalanda: an ancient international institute of advanced studies in history, art, architecture, iconography, literature, education, philosophy and religious treatises, mainly...

Book Details:

• Publisher: ADITYA PRAKASHAN Indological Publishers & Booksellers

• Language: English

• Edition: Delhi, 2017 (2nd Edition)

• ISBN-13: 9789380852669

• ISBN-10: 9380852665

• Is Set: Yes (3 Volumes)

• Subject(s): Archaeology, Buddhism

About the Book:

This three-volume set, in its second edition, is a comprehensive work on Nalanda, covering nearly every significant aspect of its history and cultural legacy. It is the first book of its kind to delve deeply into the multifaceted aspects of Nalanda—examining its sources, history, educational system, religion, philosophy, art, iconography, and architecture.

Nalanda, one of the ancient world’s greatest centers of learning, stands as a symbol of intellectual and cultural flourishing, especially in the realms of Buddhism and Indian philosophy. This book offers a detailed account of Nalanda's evolution as an educational institution, its religious significance, and its remarkable contributions to art and architecture.

The set explores the philosophy taught at Nalanda, the iconographic representations that adorned its temples and monasteries, and the architectural marvels that made it a world-renowned center of scholarship. It provides invaluable insights into the history of Buddhism and its spread, particularly in the context of Nalanda's influence on the intellectual world.