Select Specimens of the Theatre of the Hindus V2 - Horace Hayman Wilson - Bog

""Select Specimens of the Theatre of the Hindus V2"" is a book written by Horace Hayman Wilson that provides a comprehensive overview of the theatre tradition of the Hindus. The book is the second volume of the series and contains a collection of plays, poems, and other literary works that showcase the rich cultural heritage of India. The author has meticulously translated and annotated the original texts to make them accessible to a wider audience. The book covers various genres of theatre, including drama, comedy, and tragedy, and offers insights into the social, political, and religious themes that are prevalent in Indian theatre. It also explores the techniques and conventions of Indian theatre, such as the use of music, dance, and elaborate costumes. Overall, ""Select Specimens of the Theatre of the Hindus V2"" is an essential read for anyone interested in Indian culture, literature, and theatre.1827. Contains Volume III. 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: Mudra Rakshasa; and Retnavali. 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.