Subhasita, Gnomic and Didactic Literature (A History of Indian Literature, volume 4, Fasc. 1)
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Subhasita, Gnomic and Didactic Literature (A History of Indian Literature, volume 4, Fasc 1)

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Explore ancient Indian wisdom in Ludwik Sternbach’s “Subhasita, Gnomic and Didactic Literature”. This volume (ISBN: 9789388540407) delves into the fascinating world of Sanskrit literature. Discover the history and structure of Indian thought through gnomic and didactic texts, offering a unique window into archaic Indian culture and its contrasts with modern mentality. Part of “A History of Indian Literature” series, edited by Jan Gonda.

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  • ISBN-13: 9789388540407
  • Publisher: Manohar
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 9388540409
  • Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2019
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English

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Weight 0.5 kg

24 reviews for Subhasita, Gnomic and Didactic Literature (A History of Indian Literature, volume 4, Fasc 1)

  1. Srishti –

    Very insightful and learned a lot! I will definitely be recommending it to any friends interested in Indian literature.

  2. Ansh Arora –

    An awesome exploration into ancient Indian wisdom. I really found the history and structure explained.

  3. Vijay Rahul S –

    A well explained book that will certainly deliver on the promises. It’s an acquired taste for sure.

  4. Srishti Singh –

    A bit dense, but if you stick with it, it’s rewarding. I appreciate the depth of research.

  5. Divyansh Kalra –

    It had a lot of details I wasn’t aware of. An amazing read to be had by all, this will be shared with my friends!

  6. Prajwal Ravishankar Bharad –

    An interesting read if you’re into Indian literature. It got bogged down in details at times, but overall a worthwhile exploration of Subhasita.

  7. Vivek Patel –

    Really enjoyed learning about this aspect of Indian literature. I wish it had a bit more modern context.

  8. Lalit Kumar –

    Insightful exploration of Subhasita. However, it could be more accessible to a wider audience. Found the archaic comparisons interesting.

  9. Gopalakrishnan T H –

    Interesting exploration of Sanskrit texts. A bit too academic for casual reading, but still a good overview of the subject.

  10. Smitesh Sunil Gadge –

    A scholarly work that could use a bit more accessibility. Still, a valuable resource for anyone studying Indian literature. The contrasts drawn to the modern mentality is something else!

  11. Matsa Sai Sureshkumar –

    Excellent book that’s amazing to read. The material is a bit dry but it still holds up.

  12. Simran Kaur Juneja –

    Amazing content. It provides a comprehensive look at Indian history.

  13. Vaishnavi Rana –

    Heavy, but worth the effort. Gives great insight on Indian literature but is very dry, approach with caution.

  14. Kanchi Yadav –

    Fascinating glimpse into ancient Indian wisdom! The contrasts drawn to the modern mentality is something else!

  15. Yash Namdeo Pise –

    A good overview, but sometimes feels a bit dry. The author really knows the material, though. Explores the nuances of gnomic literature well.

  16. Ravindran S –

    Not the easiest read, but full of interesting details. It’s a good resource for serious students.

  17. Soumya Somani –

    Well researched, if a little dry. I wish it was a bit more engaging.

  18. Kashish Bhatia –

    It is quite good but a tad niche. If you are very interested in the topic I’d say you have a great book here!

  19. Avishek Sahoo –

    It’s a niche book, but it is interesting. Very cool that this exists!

  20. Manvi Singh –

    Not something you can casually read, but amazing information and context for Sanskrit literature.

  21. Subhaditya Chatterjee –

    A bit dense, but full of valuable information. Sternbach’s knowledge is impressive. I found it a bit challenging to get through at times.

  22. Nishant Batan –

    Excellent resource for understanding Indian thought. Can be a bit dry, but the content is invaluable. Found the archaic comparisons interesting.

  23. Prazzwal Arjun Singh –

    Fascinating read, a tad dry but still very cool. If you are into gnomic, this is for you.

  24. Aman Menath –

    Detailed and informative, but at times overwhelming. It explores the history in a unique way, but needs patience.

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