Harappan architecture and civil engineering

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Harappan architecture and civil engineering

Jagat Pati Joshi ; foreword by Gregory L. Possehl

(Infinity Foundation series)

Rupa & Co. in association with Infinity Foundation, 2008

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"Contributions to history of Indian science and technology"--Jacket

Includes bibliographical references (p. [193]-211) and index

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It delineates the genesis and growth of urban architecture of the Harappans through the various discoveries from about twenty sites in the Indian subcontinent. It discusses the Harappan settlement pattern, its distribution in different ecological zones, and the regional variation in their architectural edifices. The architectural genius of the Harappans has been elucidated by a thorough treatment of the various aspects of town planning, fortification, gateways, streets, lanes, houses, drainage system, bathing floors, platforms for houses. The outstanding buildings such as the Great Bath, the granaries at Mohenjodaro and Harappa and the College Building at Mohenjodaro have been discussed in great detail.

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