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Specimens Of Old Indian Poetry (1852)

Specimens Of Old Indian Poetry (1852)

Griffith, Ralph Thomas Hotchkin

Hardcover

African HistoryLiterary CriticismPoetry Anthologies

ISBN10: 1104940280
ISBN13: 9781104940287
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 10 2009
Pages: 180
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Specimens of Old Indian Poetry is a book published in 1852, written by Ralph Thomas Hotchkin Griffith. The book is a collection of ancient Indian poetry from different regions and languages, including Sanskrit, Prakrit, and Pali. The poems are translated into English, and the book includes detailed notes and explanations of the cultural and historical context of each poem. The book contains a variety of poems, including hymns, epics, and love poems. Some of the most famous poems included in the book are the Rigveda, the Mahabharata, and the Ramayana. The book also includes lesser-known poems and fragments of poetry that provide a glimpse into the rich literary tradition of ancient India. The translator, Ralph Thomas Hotchkin Griffith, was a British colonial administrator and scholar who was interested in Indian literature and culture. He spent many years studying and translating ancient Indian texts, and his translations are known for their accuracy and attention to detail. Overall, Specimens of Old Indian Poetry is an important work of literature that provides a fascinating insight into the ancient Indian literary tradition. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian culture, literature, or history.Translated From The Original Sanskrit Into English Verse.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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