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The Mahávansi, the Rájá-Ratnácari, and the Rájá-Vali represent the most significant sacred and historical manuscripts of Ceylon, now presented in this authoritative three-volume set. Edited by the renowned scholar Edward Upham, this compilation offers invaluable insights into the religious, cultural, and political history of ancient Ceylon.
The Mahávansi, or Great Chronicle, provides a detailed historical account of Ceylon from its earliest settlements through centuries of development. The Rájá-Ratnácari and Rájá-Vali complement this narrative with additional perspectives on royal lineages and historical events. Beyond these primary texts, this set includes a substantial collection of tracts that illuminate the core doctrines of Buddhism as practiced in Ceylon.
This hardcover edition serves as an essential resource for historians, religious scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the intellectual and spiritual foundations of Ceylonese civilization. The comprehensive nature of this three-volume work makes it an authoritative reference for academic study and cultural appreciation.
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