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The Chaurapanchasika: An Indian Love Lament

The Chaurapanchasika: An Indian Love Lament

Arnold, Edwin

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General Poetry

ISBN10: 1428611525
ISBN13: 9781428611528
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 26 2006
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Chaurapanchasika: An Indian Love Lament is a book written by Edwin Arnold, which explores the theme of love in Indian culture. The book is based on the Chaurapanchasika, a poem that dates back to the 7th century and is considered a masterpiece of Indian literature. The poem is a lament of a lover who is separated from his beloved and is filled with vivid imagery, metaphors, and emotions that express the pain of separation and the longing for union. Arnold's book provides a comprehensive introduction to the Chaurapanchasika, its cultural and historical context, and its literary significance. He also provides a translation of the poem into English, accompanied by his own commentary and interpretation. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Indian literature, as well as anyone interested in the themes of love, longing, and separation in poetry. It is a beautifully written and insightful exploration of one of the most celebrated works of Indian literature.The Story Concerns A Young And Accomplished Brahman Who Fell In Love With The Daughter Of The Maharajah, And Was Therefore Sentenced To Death By The Monarch. The Verses Were Written While He Languished In Prison.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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