POLITICAL HISTORY OF LITERATURE C-PD

ISBN-10: 0199489556
ISBN-13: 978-0199489558
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication date: 21 December 2018

Name: POLITICAL HISTORY OF LITERATURE C-PD
SKU: 9780199489558
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SKU: 9780199489558

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Explore the vibrant literary landscape of 15th-century North India with ‘A Political History of Literature C-PD’. This captivating study delves into the life and works of the renowned poet-scholar Vidyapati, examining his Sanskrit treatise ‘Likhanavali’, his Apabhramsa biography ‘Kirttilata’, and his mythohistorical tales ‘Purusapariksa’. Discover how West Asian Muslim communities influenced multilinguality and enriched creative pursuits from the 13th century onwards. The book illuminates a rich world of diverse ideas, ethical frameworks, and historical consciousness, showcasing literary traditions drawn from various politico-cultural origins. ‘A Political History of Literature C-PD’ argues that ideals celebrated in Vidyapati’s era were intrinsically linked to the concept of an imperial state, highlighting how ideas evolve and manifest in realpolitik over extended periods. A must-read for enthusiasts of Indian literature, history, and political thought available at The Bookish Owl.

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