{"title":"Sushma Jansari","description":"\u003cp\u003eWorks by \u003cstrong\u003eSushma Jansari\u003c\/strong\u003e offer insightful explorations into \u003cem\u003eAncient India\u003c\/em\u003e and its rich cultural heritage. Readers can expect thoughtful narratives that blend historical scholarship with accessible storytelling, illuminating the arts and traditions of the Indian subcontinent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is ideal for those interested in \u003cstrong\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing fresh perspectives on history through engaging and well-researched works. Jansari’s books invite reflection on the enduring legacies of past societies and their influence on contemporary culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ancient-india-by-sushma-jansari-9780714124995","title":"Ancient India","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAncient India\u003c\/em\u003e by Sushma Jansari and Sureshkumar Muthukumaran explores ancient India (c. 200 BCE-600 CE) through three of its major religions—Jainism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. It illuminates how these religions reflect political power, artistic innovation, and changes in people's daily lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAncient India was a dynamic, cosmopolitan centre of creativity. The visual traditions of its major indigenous religions were closely interrelated, mirroring political power shifts, daily life changes, and artistic innovations. These three major religions—Jainism, Buddhism, and Hinduism—originated on the Indian subcontinent and have since become living traditions that impact the lives of billions worldwide through their devotional works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis major new publication traces the development of religious imagery from around 200 BCE, focusing initially on nature spirits, to 600 CE, when images of Jain, Buddhist, and Hindu deities and teachers had become well defined. These images evolved from symbolic forms to human representations, incorporating attributes, divine attendants, and animal vehicles that remain recognisable worldwide and are prevalent across the global diaspora today. Examples of such ancient images are found throughout South Asia and have also influenced Central, East, and Southeast Asia, transforming the religious landscapes of these regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors delve into fascinating topics such as the initial devotional images of the twenty-four jinas (enlightened Jain teachers); the shift from symbolic depictions of the Buddha to those featuring him in human form for the first time; and the formalisation of divine representations and devotional sculpture in Hindu traditions. This beautifully illustrated book uncovers the ancient roots of religious images and depictions that are familiar to many today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853521309932,"sku":"9780714124995","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6550773482442.jpg?v=1759207118"},{"product_id":"model-of-a-summer-camp-by-tatiana-argounova-low-9780714124889","title":"Model of a Summer Camp","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eModel of a Summer Camp\u003c\/i\u003e is an intriguing object with a range of stories to tell. Originating in the Sakha (Yakutia) region of far northeastern Russia, it depicts a yhyakh celebration — a festival of huge cultural importance to the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis concise book takes a detailed look at the object, revealing the intricacies of the yhyakh and the model's fascinating journey from Siberia to the British Museum. The recent resurgence of interest around the model is also explored, where creative responses and research have enriched our understanding of its stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book gives readers the opportunity to learn about a unique object in the British Museum's Collection and the rich heritage of Sakha (Yakutia).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47425882292460,"sku":"9780714124889","price":13.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780714124889.jpg?v=1774768066"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/sushma-jansari.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}