The Meghaduta Of Kalidasa: With The Commentary, Sanjivini Of Mallinatha (1902) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169040991)

The Meghaduta of Kalidasa is a classic Sanskrit poem that tells the story of a cloud messenger who is sent by a lovelorn yaksha to convey a message to his beloved wife. The poem is known for its lyrical beauty, vivid descriptions of nature, and its exploration of themes such as longing, separation, and the power of poetry to transcend distance.This edition of the Meghaduta includes a commentary by Mallinatha, a renowned Sanskrit scholar who lived in the 14th century. Mallinatha's commentary, titled Sanjivini, provides valuable insights into the poem's language, structure, and symbolism, as well as its historical and cultural context.The book, published in 1902, was edited by Kasinath Pandurang Parar, a respected Indian scholar and translator of Sanskrit literature. In addition to the Meghaduta and Mallinatha's commentary, the book includes an introduction by Parar that provides an overview of Kalidasa's life and works, as well as a detailed analysis of the Meghaduta's themes and motifs.Overall, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Sanskrit literature, Indian culture, or the art of poetry. Its combination of the original text, expert commentary, and scholarly analysis makes it a valuable addition to any library or collection.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.

Author: Kasinath Pandurang Parar
ISBN-10: 1169040993
ISBN-13: 9781169040991
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 94
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d