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LoC No.: 13002565

Title: Monumental Java

Credits: Produced by Henry Flower and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Monumental Java" by J. F. Scheltema is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a contemplative exploration of Java's ancient monuments, particularly focusing on the rich heritage of Hindu and Buddhist architecture across the island. Through the author's personal memories and impressions gathered during his time living in Java, the text seeks to evoke the beauty and significance of these structures while providing insight into their cultural backdrop. The opening of the book provides insight into Scheltema's connection to Java, as he reflects on his personal experiences and the emotional response elicited by the island’s architectural marvels. He discusses the historical negligence towards these monuments, lamenting the lack of preservation efforts and the impact of colonial attitudes on their degradation. The author sets the stage by noting the unique interplay between nature, history, and artistry within Java, hinting at a broader examination of the temples, including their design and cultural relevance, that will unfold throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 45.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Author: Scheltema, J. F. (Johann Friedrich ), 1855-1922

EBook No.: 42405

Published: Mar 24, 2013

Downloads: 1042

Language: English

Subject: Monuments -- Indonesia -- Java

Subject: Java (Indonesia) -- Antiquities

Subject: Indonesia -- Antiquities

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

LoCC: Fine Arts

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 13002565

Title: Monumental Java

Credits: Produced by Henry Flower and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Monumental Java" by J. F. Scheltema is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a contemplative exploration of Java's ancient monuments, particularly focusing on the rich heritage of Hindu and Buddhist architecture across the island. Through the author's personal memories and impressions gathered during his time living in Java, the text seeks to evoke the beauty and significance of these structures while providing insight into their cultural backdrop. The opening of the book provides insight into Scheltema's connection to Java, as he reflects on his personal experiences and the emotional response elicited by the island’s architectural marvels. He discusses the historical negligence towards these monuments, lamenting the lack of preservation efforts and the impact of colonial attitudes on their degradation. The author sets the stage by noting the unique interplay between nature, history, and artistry within Java, hinting at a broader examination of the temples, including their design and cultural relevance, that will unfold throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 45.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Author: Scheltema, J. F. (Johann Friedrich ), 1855-1922

EBook No.: 42405

Published: Mar 24, 2013

Downloads: 1042

Language: English

Subject: Monuments -- Indonesia -- Java

Subject: Java (Indonesia) -- Antiquities

Subject: Indonesia -- Antiquities

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

LoCC: Fine Arts

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.