How Long to Read The Spirit of Indian Painting

By B N Goswamy

How Long Does it Take to Read The Spirit of Indian Painting?

It takes the average reader 9 hours and 20 minutes to read The Spirit of Indian Painting by B N Goswamy

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This magnificent, lavishly illustrated book by India’s most eminent and perceptive art historian, B.N. Goswamy, will open readers’ eyes to the wonders of Indian painting, and show them new ways of seeing and appreciating art. An illuminating introductory essay, ‘A Layered World’, explains the themes and emotions that inspired Indian painters, the values and influences that shaped their work, and the unique ways in which they depicted time and space. It describes, too, the characteristics of the different regional styles, the relationship between patrons and painters, the milieu in which they created their works, and the tools and techniques the painters used. The second part of this book consists of ‘Close Encounters with 101 Great Works’. Carefully selected by Prof. Goswamy and spanning nearly a thousand years, these works range from Jain manuscripts, and Rajasthani, Mughal, Pahari and Deccani miniatures, to Company School paintings. His description and analysis of these works unlock the treasures that lie within them and show us how to ‘read’ each painting, as he points out its finest features, explains its visual vocabulary and symbolism, and recounts the story, legend or event that inspired it. Combining deep scholarship with great storytelling, this is a book of enduring value that will both educate and delight the reader. It is destined to become a classic.

How long is The Spirit of Indian Painting?

The Spirit of Indian Painting by B N Goswamy is 560 pages long, and a total of 140,000 words.

This makes it 189% the length of the average book. It also has 171% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Spirit of Indian Painting Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 45 minutes to read The Spirit of Indian Painting aloud.

What Reading Level is The Spirit of Indian Painting?

The Spirit of Indian Painting is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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