Vastu Silpa Kosha -Encyclopaedia of Hindu Temple Architecture and Vastu 3 Vols. SET

DETAILS : 

• Author : Prof. S.K. Ramachandra Rao
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Divine Books
  
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ 1 August 2012
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 485 pages
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 938121851X
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9789381218518
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1400 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

Vastu Silpa Kosha is a monumental three-volume encyclopedia authored by the prolific polymath Prof. S.K. Ramachandra Rao. This set is considered one of the most authoritative modern resources on the twin sciences of Vastu Shastra (architecture) and Silpa Shastra (sculpture and iconography).

Unlike commercial Vastu books that focus on "home remedies," this work is a scholarly deep dive into the Agamic and Shastric foundations of Hindu temple construction. It bridges the gap between ancient Sanskrit manuscripts and modern architectural understanding.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Prof. Rao was a unique scholar who held deep expertise in Sanskrit, Psychology, Art History, and Philosophy.

• The "Vidyalankara": Known for his ability to translate esoteric spiritual concepts into clear, structured prose.
• Prolific Output: He authored over 60 books on Indian culture, making him a primary source for researchers of Indian aesthetics (Saundarya-shastra).