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About The Book: "Indian Architecture of Today: As Exemplified in New Buildings in the Bulandshahr District in Two Parts Set" by F. S. Growse highlights the revival of traditional Indian architectural styles using local craftsmanship. Published in the late 19th century, it documents buildings like the Town Hall, Garden Gate, and Bathing Ghat, which combine native techniques with Gothic principles. Growse emphasizes the fusion of indigenous aesthetics with modern requirements, challenging colonial architectural norms. His work reflects a deep passion for preserving Indian art and cultural heritage through architecture. About The Author: Frederic Salmon Growse CIE (1836–1893) was a British ICS officer, Hindi scholar, and archaeologist. Known for promoting Indian art and architecture, he served in Mathura, Bulandshahr, and Fatehpur. He translated Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas into English (1876–1883) and authored works like Mathurá: A District Memoir (1880) and Bulandshahr (1884). Growse advocated traditional craftsmanship, commissioning local-style buildings. He founded Mathura’s Sacred Heart Church and Government Museum and donated Indian pottery to the British Museum. The Title 'Indian Architecture of Today: As Exemplified In New Buildings in the Bulandshahr District written/authored/edited by F. S. Growse', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369205318 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 226 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 22.59 x 28.94 cms Vol: 2 Parts Set