and “The Islamic Heritage of Bengal and ” by George Michell is a volume that aims to introduce the principal monuments of Islamic Bengal, shedding light on their distinctive features and architectural traditions. The book highlights the unique coherence of these monuments, which share regional characteristics in their forms, materials, techniques, and ornamentation. It emphasizes the importance of preserving these brick buildings, many of which are at risk of deterioration due to the tropical climate and lack of proper maintenance, while also drawing attention to the often overlooked heritage of Bengal’s Islamic sites divided between India and Bangladesh.Contents:o Foreword – George Michello Introduction – Enamul Haqueo Islam in Bengal – Richard M. Eatono Inventory of key monuments – Catherine B. Ashero Classification of mosques according to ground plan – Syed Mahmudul Hasano Reflections on the Adina Mosque at Pandua – Yolande Croweo The early Muslim monuments at Bagerhat – Johana E. van Lohuizen de Leeuwo Eight Sultanate mosques in Dhaka District – Perween Hasano The Mughal and post-Mughal periods – Catherine B. Ashero Hindu-Muslim artistic continuities – David McCutchiono A note on Louis Kahn’s mosque at Banglanagar – Attilio Petrucciolio Glossary of technical termso Notes on contributors

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