Description
This indispensable reference work is a systematic guide to Vaisnava literature preserved on microfilm across three major international collections: the Adyar Library in Chennai, the Bodleian Library in Oxford, and the American University Library. It’s an essential tool for scholars, researchers, and serious students of Hindu philosophy and Vaisnava traditions. The catalogue opens direct access to primary texts that would otherwise require international travel and archival permissions. Whether you’re studying Vedantic philosophy, devotional literature, or tracking down rare theological manuscripts, this organized index saves months of research time. Motilal Banarsidass has published this in India, making authentic scholarly resources accessible to Indian academics at home.
- Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publishers; 0 edition (15 July 2004)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 216 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8120820673
- ISBN-13 : 978-8120820678
- Item Weight : 500 g
- Dimensions : 15 x 2 x 22 cm
- Country of Origin : India
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this catalogue used for?
This catalogue serves as a comprehensive index to Vaisnava literature stored on microfilm across three major international libraries. It helps scholars and researchers locate primary texts on Hindu philosophy, devotional traditions, and Vedantic theology without needing to travel abroad or contact multiple archives.
Where can I access the actual microfilm materials listed in this catalogue?
The microfilms are housed in three institutions: the Adyar Library (Chennai), the Bodleian Library (Oxford), and the American University Library (Washington DC). This catalogue provides the index and reference information needed to request access through your institution or library.
Who should buy this book?
This is essential for PhD students, university researchers, Sanskrit scholars, philosophy professors, and serious students of Hinduism and Vaisnava traditions. Any scholar studying ancient Hindu texts, devotional literature, or Indian philosophy will find it invaluable for research planning.
Is this a physical catalogue or digital database?
This is a printed hardcover reference book published by Motilal Banarsidass in 2004. It provides detailed cataloging information about microfilm collections. You receive the physical book; accessing the actual microfilms requires contacting the respective libraries.
Can I buy this catalogue online in India?
Yes, this scholarly reference is available at The Bookish Owl for ₹495. It’s shipped across India and is an affordable way to access research guidance for locating rare Vaisnava texts in international archives.
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