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Tamil: A Biography

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Discover the rich cultural history of the Tamil language, spoken by 80 million people worldwide. “Tamil: A Biography” by David Shulman explores Tamil’s unique evolution, from its ancient roots to its modern influence. This book delves into Tamil’s poetic traditions, its role in Hinduism, and the socio-political landscape it inhabits. Explore the vibrant heart of Tamil civilization through its language.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780674972292
  • Publisher: Harvard University Press
  • Binding: Paperback
  • No of Pages: 416
  • ISBN-10: 0674972295
  • Publisher Date: 2017-01
  • Language: English

21 reviews for Tamil: A Biography

  1. Rishav Ghosh –

    I struggled to get through some sections. The writing style is a little dry, but the information is valuable. Okay book.

  2. Shubham Thakur –

    Shulman’s passion for Tamil shines through. I learned so much about its history. A bit dense in places, but worth the effort.

  3. Madhav Relhan –

    This book dives deep into the past. Some parts feel slow. But it’s full of interesting facts and stories.

  4. Ajeet Kumar Gupta –

    A good introduction to the Tamil language for those who are new to the subject. A bit slow-paced but informative.

  5. Mayank Seth –

    An eye-opening journey into Tamil’s world. I was hooked learning about its old poems. I will read it again!

  6. Aniket Pandey –

    The book’s quite dense. Sometimes, it was tough to follow along. But it’s worth the read if you love languages.

  7. Sudeep Saurav –

    The writing can be complex. It took me effort to keep up. Still, the book shares much about Tamil’s past.

  8. Shiv Sharma –

    A comprehensive biography of the Tamil language. It’s a bit academic but the content is very interesting.

  9. Ishika Goyal –

    Well-researched and informative. I appreciated the focus on Tamil poetry. Could have used more maps and illustrations.

  10. Antra Kumari –

    Though the start was slow, I grew to love reading it. Shulman truly shows his love for Tamil and its history.

  11. Ayush Manish Gosar –

    A decent overview, but I wished for more depth on modern Tamil literature. The historical parts were quite engaging though.

  12. Dhruv Singh –

    It’s a great book. I admire how the author writes about the Tamil culture. I would recommend this book to others.

  13. Aswin J –

    Fantastic book. It is insightful, providing a great view of Tamil language and culture. Definitely worth a read

  14. Swikriti Toppo –

    I hoped for more on daily Tamil use. Still, a great look at Tamil’s roots. I am happy to learn from it.

  15. Shivali Sharma –

    The book is very insightful. I learned about the history of the Tamil language. Very helpful for my research.

  16. Mazhar Abdul Azeez –

    Shulman dives deep into the history of the language. A little too academic, but it worth reading if you are interested in the subject.

  17. Kapil Yadav –

    As a Tamil speaker, I loved this. It shares the long history of our language so well. A must-read for everyone.

  18. Rixcel Katoch –

    This book is so insightful. It changed how I see Tamil. I feel more connected to my culture now. Top marks!

  19. Aditya Agarwal –

    Amazing book. I really enjoyed reading it. One of the best books I have read this year. Highly recommend it.

  20. Devanshu Agrawal –

    An intriguing look at a fascinating language! I enjoyed learning about Tamil’s connection to Hinduism. Highly recommended.

  21. Hemant Kumar –

    I wish that the book would be easier to read. I like the content. But the book is written in a academic form.

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