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A History Of Sanskrit Literature

A History Of Sanskrit Literature

Macdonell, Arthur a.

Hardcover

Literary CriticismBible StudiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1163420530
ISBN13: 9781163420539
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 484
Weight: 1.93
Height: 1.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A History of Sanskrit Literature by Arthur A. MacDonell is a comprehensive study of the literary works written in Sanskrit, an ancient language of India. The book covers the period from the earliest known Sanskrit texts to the end of the medieval period, and it provides an overview of the different genres of literature that were produced during this time. The book begins with an introduction to the Sanskrit language and its importance in Indian culture. It then delves into the early Vedic texts, which were composed between 1500 and 1000 BCE and are considered the oldest surviving works in Sanskrit. The author discusses the various types of Vedic literature, including hymns, chants, and rituals, and explains their significance in Hinduism.The book then moves on to the classical period of Sanskrit literature, which began around 500 BCE and lasted until the 10th century CE. During this time, a wide range of literary works were produced, including epic poems, plays, and philosophical treatises. The author provides detailed analyses of some of the most important works from this period, including the Ramayana, the Mahabharata, and the works of Kalidasa.The final section of the book covers the medieval period of Sanskrit literature, which saw the emergence of new genres such as lyric poetry and devotional literature. The author discusses the works of some of the most important writers from this period, including Jayadeva and the Bhakti poets.Overall, A History of Sanskrit Literature is an essential resource for anyone interested in the literary traditions of India. It provides a detailed and accessible overview of the development of Sanskrit literature over the course of more than two millennia, and it highlights the enduring importance of these works in Indian culture and beyond.Survey Of Literature From Ancient India, Mostly Hindu Holy Texts But Also Some Poetry And Fairy Tales. Includes Vedas, Sutras, Ramayana, Kavya, Etc. Plot Summaries, Philosophical Underpinnings, Etc., With Short Excerpts From The Originals, In English Translation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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