The Planetary King; Humayun Padshah, Inventor And Visionary On The Mughal Throne

In This Volume, Readers Are Invited To Follow Humayun’S Extensive Travels And Military Campaigns During The Politically Tumultuous Early 16Th Century. Experience His Extraordinary Social And Intellectual Life That Was Intertwined With Literature, Poetry, Painting, And Various Sciences. Delve Into His Magico-Scientific Worldview, Which Influenced His Involvement In Mathematics, Astronomy, Astrology, And Even Occultism.

This Book Not Only Highlights Humayun’S Pivotal Role In History But Also Presents A New Analysis Of His Mausoleum, Which Symbolizes The Culmination Of His Visions And Dreams. Each Page Is Adorned With Hundreds Of Beautifully Reproduced Photographs And Illustrations, Allowing You To Visually Immerse Yourself In Humayun’S World—From Reconstructions Of His Magnificent Buildings To Depictions Of Significant Life Events.

Enhancing Your Reading Experience, This Volume Also Serves As A Companion To The New Site Museum At Humayun’S Tomb, An Initiative By The Aga Khan Trust For Culture Following Two Decades Of Conservation For This World Heritage Site.

Authored By The Esteemed Ebba Koch, A Renowned Authority On Mughal Architecture And Culture, You’Ll Appreciate Her Comprehensive Grasp Of The Artistic Connections Between South Asia, Central Asia, And Europe. Drawing From Her Expertise, This Book Navigates The Intricate Cultural And Historical Contexts That Shaped The Mughal Era.

Whether You're A History Enthusiast Or A Lover Of Art And Culture, The Planetary King Offers An Engaging And Visually Stunning Journey Into The Life Of One Of The Most Fascinating Figures In Mughal History.