The Mirror of Gesture is a book that was originally written in Sanskrit by the ancient Indian scholar Nandikesvara. It is a treatise on the art of abhinaya, which is the use of gesture and expression in classical Indian dance and theatre. This 1917 English translation of the text provides a comprehensive guide to the various hand gestures, facial expressions, and body movements that are used to convey different emotions and meanings in Indian performance. The book is divided into four sections, each of which covers a different aspect of abhinaya, including the use of gestures to depict emotions, the portrayal of characters and their actions, the use of costumes and makeup, and the role of music and rhythm in performance. The Mirror of Gesture is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of classical Indian dance and theatre, as well as for performers and students of the art form.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.
