Corpus Inscriptionum Indicarum V1: Inscriptions Of Asoka (1879)

By Alexander Cunningham

Book Overview

Corpus Inscriptionum Indicarum V1: Inscriptions Of Asoka is a book written by Alexander Cunningham in 1879. The book is a comprehensive collection of inscriptions found in India during the reign of Emperor Asoka. Asoka was a powerful ruler who ruled over the Mauryan Empire in the 3rd century BCE. The book contains a detailed analysis of the inscriptions, which were written in various languages and scripts, including Brahmi, Kharoshthi, and Aramaic. The inscriptions cover a wide range of topics, including Asoka's policies, his religious beliefs, and his efforts to promote peace and harmony among his subjects. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the inscriptions, as well as a detailed introduction and commentary by the author. Overall, Corpus Inscriptionum Indicarum V1: Inscriptions Of Asoka is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of India and the reign of Emperor Asoka.This Book Is In English.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1160840474
• ISBN13: 9781160840477
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"