Manasara Series (I. A Dictionary of Hindu Architecture; II. Indian Architecture according to Manasara-Shilpashastra; III. Manasara on Architecture and Sculpture: Sanskrit Text; IV. Architecture of Manasara: Translation; V. Architecture of Manasara: Illustrations; VI. Hindu Architecture in India and Abroad; VII. An Encyclopaedia of Hindu Architecture) v3.c20.s3.2

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It remains for me briefly to acknowledge aids and encouragement received beyond those mentioned above. From the very conception of the idea in consultation with Mr. E. B. Havell and Dr. L. D. Barnett, M.A., LITT.D. Professor F. W. Thomas, C.I.E., M.A., PH.D., has proved a guardian to the *Mānasāra*. The significant quotation, "rebirth of the monumental work," is his expression. It is his kindness which has largely kept alive my youthful enthusiasm, under very unfavourable circumstances, in London, Holland, Madras, Simla, Patna, Benares, and Calcutta. I am indebted to him for most of the materials and also for valuable guidance and consultation at the earlier stage, and for the final publication of the *Mānasāra*. Words fail me to express adequately my debt of gratitude to him.