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About The Book: A Comparative View of the Antient Monuments of India by Richard Gough presents an early European analysis of Indian architecture, focusing on the ancient cave temples of Salsette near Bombay (now Mumbai). Gough compares accounts from various travelers and scholars, aiming to document and interpret these structures for a British audience. The work includes detailed illustrations, highlighting the grandeur and intricacy of Indian monuments. It reflects 18th-century European fascination with Eastern antiquities and contributes to early Indo-British archaeological scholarship. About The Author: Richard Gough (1735–1809) was a British antiquary and historian known for his work on ancient monuments and historical texts. He is best known for his 1785 work A Comparative View of the Antient Monuments of India, where he analyzed Indian architecture and compared it with European descriptions, contributing to early studies of Indian antiquities. The Title 'A comparative view of the antient monuments of India: Particularly those in the island of Salset near Bombay, as described by different writers, illustrated with prints written/authored/edited by Richard Gough', published in the year 1785. The ISBN 9789371335782 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 150 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Agricultre. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.