![]() ![]() Marg founder and writer Dr Mulk Raj Anand sets up the premise of this fantastic volume in an introductory essay. ![]() So we have, among others, archaeologist Dr KV Soundararajan explaining how temple architecture evolved under the reigns of the Pallavas, Pandyans, Cholas and later medieval-era builders Padma Shri-awarded classical dancer Mrinalini Sarabhai on the fascinating journey of Bharatanatyam starting at the Sangam era art historian and curator of the Government Museum, Chennai Dr C Sivaramamurti on the famous Pallava and Chola temple bronzes and eminent handicrafts revivalist Kamaladevi Chattopadhyaya on the crafts of the region, including textiles, stone-carving, jewellery and musical instruments. From mythology to murals, and from bronzes to Bharatanatyam, Splendours… covers a lot of ground. Some of the most respected authorities of Indian history and art introduce you to the treasures of Tamil heritage in this collector’s item. Splendours Of Tamil Nadu by Marg Publications,1980 All these titles are part of the Sarmaya library. ![]() If our features on the history, dynasties and culture of this region have whetted your appetite, here are some books that will draw you further into the heart of Tamil Nadu. We hope you enjoyed travelling through the length and breadth of the Madras Presidency with us. Cover of ‘Sebastian and Sons – A Brief History of Mrdangam Makers’ by TM Krishna, 2020 ![]()
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