Description
This monumental two-volume bibliography is the essential scholarly gateway to Indian philosophical traditions. Edited by Karl H. Potter with meticulous indexing, it catalogs Sanskrit texts, translations, and secondary sources across all major schools—Vedanta, Nyaya, Samkhya, and more. At 1635 pages, it’s the gold standard reference for universities, researchers, and serious students of Eastern philosophy. Whether you’re writing a thesis, teaching comparative philosophy, or deepening your understanding of Indian thought, this encyclopedia saves months of library research. Motilal Banarsidass, the publisher trusted by institutions worldwide, brings authoritative scholarship to your desk.
- Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publishers; New edition (1 January 2009)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 1635 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8120803086
- ISBN-13 : 978-8120803084
- Item Weight : 1 kg 320 g
- Dimensions : 14 x 4 x 20 cm
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the complete Encyclopedia of Indian Philosophies or just a bibliography?
This is Volume 1, which serves as the comprehensive bibliography and reference guide to Indian philosophical texts and scholarship. It catalogs sources across all major Indian philosophy schools. The full Encyclopedia series includes topical volumes covering specific philosophical systems and concepts in depth.
Who should buy the Encyclopedia of Indian Philosophies?
This book is essential for philosophy students, university researchers, Sanskrit scholars, comparative religion specialists, and anyone writing academic work on Indian philosophy. Libraries and institutions use it as a foundational reference tool. It’s also valuable for serious learners exploring Eastern philosophical traditions.
What Indian philosophical schools are covered in this bibliography?
The encyclopedia comprehensively covers all major schools including Vedanta, Nyaya, Samkhya, Yoga, Mimamsa, Vaisheshika, Buddhist philosophy, Jain philosophy, and Carvaka traditions. It includes both classical Sanskrit texts and modern scholarly interpretations.
Is Encyclopedia of Indian Philosophies available in India online?
Yes, The Bookish Owl stocks this edition published by Motilal Banarsidass and ships across India. At 1635 pages and 1.32 kg, it’s a comprehensive hardcover reference work ideal for academic libraries and serious researchers.
What edition is this, and when was it published?
This is the new edition published by Motilal Banarsidass on January 1, 2009. The ISBN-13 is 978-8120803084. It remains the current standard reference for Indian philosophy scholarship globally.
