If you thought Islamic architecture was confined to the north of the Vindhyas, think again. Silent Splendour - Palaces of the Deccan will open a whole new window to the spectacular world of Deccani tradition

From royal baths to palatial courtyards, this book is an ode to private and ceremonial structures that gilded five dynastic capitals, south of the Vindhyas. Edited by Helen Philon with contributions from Indian and international experts, the reader is treated to a showreel of Deccani culture, tradition and glorious past, complemented by more than 100 colourful photographs and plans. The book is a stunning discovery into the impact of Indo-Islamic culture that sadly, faces the risk of falling into anonymity and ruin.