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Anquetil Duperron: India and Europe in the 18th Century is a comprehensive study of one of history’s most influential orientalists and his profound impact on cross-cultural understanding. Chitra Krishnan meticulously traces Duperron’s remarkable journey from France to India, documenting his tireless efforts to unlock the treasures of Sanskrit literature and Zoroastrian texts for European audiences.
The book explores how Duperron’s translations, particularly of the Upanishads and Avesta, revolutionized Western perceptions of Eastern philosophy and challenged prevailing Eurocentric worldviews. Krishnan contextualizes Duperron’s work within the broader intellectual currents of the Enlightenment, examining both his achievements and the limitations of his orientalist perspective. Through detailed research and engaging narrative, this work demonstrates how individual scholars can bridge civilizations and foster intellectual exchange across continents.
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