A Short History Of Indian Literature (1907) (Paperback)

""A Short History of Indian Literature"" is a book written by Ernest Philip Horrwitz and first published in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the literary traditions of India, from ancient times to the early 20th century. The book begins with an introduction to the Sanskrit language and its role in Indian literature. It then covers the major genres of Indian literature, including epic poetry, drama, and lyric poetry. The author also discusses the influence of religion and philosophy on Indian literature, with a particular focus on Hinduism and Buddhism.Throughout the book, Horrwitz provides examples of important works and authors from each period of Indian literary history. He also offers insights into the social and political contexts in which these works were created and received.Overall, ""A Short History of Indian Literature"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the rich and diverse literary traditions of India. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers.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.