The History Of Indian Literature (1882)

By Albrecht Friedrich Weber

Book Overview

The History of Indian Literature is a comprehensive book written by Albrecht Weber in 1882. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the literature of ancient India, covering a wide range of topics including Vedic literature, Sanskrit literature, Buddhist literature, and Jain literature. The author explores the origins of Indian literature, its development over time, and its impact on Indian society and culture. Weber's work is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period or genre of Indian literature. The book also includes detailed discussions of major literary works such as the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, as well as lesser-known texts. In addition to exploring the literary traditions of ancient India, Weber also examines the social and political context in which these works were produced. He discusses the role of literature in shaping Indian identity and cultural norms, and how it was used to convey religious and philosophical ideas. Overall, The History of Indian Literature is an important resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of India. It provides a comprehensive overview of the literature of ancient India and its significance in shaping Indian society and culture.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: 1166192571
• ISBN13: 9781166192570
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"