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SELECTIONS FROM THE POPULAR POETRY OF THE HINDOOS (1814) IBD

KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
08 / 2009
9781120027108
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Sinopsis

Selections From The Popular Poetry Of The Hindoos is a book composed by Thomas Duer Broughton in 1814. It is a collection of poems from the Indian subcontinent, translated into English for the first time. The book features a wide range of poetry, including hymns, love songs, ballads, and epic tales. The poems are sourced from various regions of India and represent the diverse cultural and linguistic traditions of the subcontinent. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains poems from the Sanskrit language, which was considered the language of the elite in ancient India. The second part contains poems from various regional languages, including Bengali, Hindi, and Marathi. The poems are accompanied by detailed notes and explanations, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical context of each poem.Selections From The Popular Poetry Of The Hindoos is an important work in the history of Indian literature and English translations of Indian texts. It played a significant role in introducing Indian poetry to the English-speaking world and helped to promote a greater understanding of Indian culture and traditions. The book is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in Indian literature and culture.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.