Article: Preston, Diana & Michael. Taj Mahal; passion and genius at the heart of the Moghul Empire.(Young adult review)(Brief article)(Audiobook review)

PRESTON, Diana & Michael. Taj Mahal; passion and genius at the heart of the Moghul Empire. Read by James Adams. 8 cds. 10 hrs. Blackstone Audio. 2007. 0-7861-6901-x. $72.00. Vinyl; content, author, reader notes. A

This book explains in excruciating detail why the Taj Mahal is undoubtedly one of the treasures of the world. Built in 1631 by the Moghuls and their emperor Shah Jahan to memorialize his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, this architectural wonder took thousands of people to create it and to maintain its beauty. The authors discuss the craftsmanship that created the inlaid and marble work, and also give us the cruel, bloody and ruthless history: each ...

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