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Uniform Title: Boeddhistische Tempelbouwvallen. English
Title: Ruins of Buddhistic Temples in Prågå Valley—Tyandis Båråbudur, Mendut and Pawon
Credits: MFR, Stephen Hutcheson, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Ruins of Buddhistic Temples in Prågå Valley—Tyandis Båråbudur, Mendut and Pawon" by Dr. I. Groneman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the significance, history, and artistry of ancient Buddhist temples in Java, including detailed descriptions of Båråbudur, Mendut, and Pawon. The book serves as both a scholarly investigation and a travel guide for those interested in the rich heritage of Buddhism and its architectural legacy in Indonesia. The opening portion of the book sets a scholarly tone, detailing the author’s journey into antiquarian studies following his retirement due to illness. Dr. Groneman reflects on the need to thoroughly understand the archaeological and cultural significance of the Buddhist temples in Central Java, citing the challenges posed by neglect and decay. He outlines the historical foundations of Buddhism, particularly its origins with Gautama Buddha, and highlights key figures and artifacts from the religion's past. His observations are framed within the larger context of the temples' architectural grandeur—exemplified by Båråbudur—and the ongoing need for restoration and preservation of these significant cultural sites. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Groneman, I. (Isaac), 1832-1912
Translator: J. H.
EBook No.: 63057
Published: Aug 27, 2020
Downloads: 327
Language: English
Subject: Buddhist temples
Subject: Temples -- Indonesia -- Java
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Buddhism
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: Boeddhistische Tempelbouwvallen. English
Title: Ruins of Buddhistic Temples in Prågå Valley—Tyandis Båråbudur, Mendut and Pawon
Credits: MFR, Stephen Hutcheson, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Ruins of Buddhistic Temples in Prågå Valley—Tyandis Båråbudur, Mendut and Pawon" by Dr. I. Groneman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the significance, history, and artistry of ancient Buddhist temples in Java, including detailed descriptions of Båråbudur, Mendut, and Pawon. The book serves as both a scholarly investigation and a travel guide for those interested in the rich heritage of Buddhism and its architectural legacy in Indonesia. The opening portion of the book sets a scholarly tone, detailing the author’s journey into antiquarian studies following his retirement due to illness. Dr. Groneman reflects on the need to thoroughly understand the archaeological and cultural significance of the Buddhist temples in Central Java, citing the challenges posed by neglect and decay. He outlines the historical foundations of Buddhism, particularly its origins with Gautama Buddha, and highlights key figures and artifacts from the religion's past. His observations are framed within the larger context of the temples' architectural grandeur—exemplified by Båråbudur—and the ongoing need for restoration and preservation of these significant cultural sites. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Groneman, I. (Isaac), 1832-1912
Translator: J. H.
EBook No.: 63057
Published: Aug 27, 2020
Downloads: 327
Language: English
Subject: Buddhist temples
Subject: Temples -- Indonesia -- Java
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Buddhism
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.