Select Specimens of the Theatre of the Hindus Part One - Wilson Horace Hayman

Select Specimens of the Theatre of the Hindus V1 is a book written by Horace Hayman Wilson. This book is a collection of plays from the Hindu theatre tradition, which is one of the oldest theatre traditions in the world. The book contains translations of several plays, including the famous Shakuntala by Kalidasa. The plays in this book are a reflection of the rich cultural heritage of India and provide insights into the social, political, and religious beliefs of ancient India. The book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and students of theatre, literature, and Indian culture. The author has also provided detailed notes and explanations to help readers understand the context and significance of the plays. Overall, Select Specimens of the Theatre of the Hindus V1 is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian theatre and culture.1827. Contains Volumes I and II. Translated from the original Sanscrit. Ancient Indian drama is one of the most valuable creations of Indian kavya. The first academic work on Indian drama, in the strict sense, began with Horace Hayman Wilson's Select Specimens of the Theatre of the Hindus. Contents: Dramatic System of the Hindus; Mrichchakati; Vikrama and Urvasi; Malati and Madhava; and Uttara Rama Cheritra. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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