Description

Specimens of Old Indian Poetry is a book written by Ralph Thomas Hotchkin Griffith in 1852. The book is a collection of ancient Indian poems that were translated into English by the author. The poems in the book are from various Indian languages such as Sanskrit, Prakrit, and Tamil. The book is divided into different sections based on the language of the poems. The first section contains Sanskrit poems, which are considered the oldest and most sacred of all Indian languages. The second section contains Prakrit poems, which were spoken by the common people during the ancient times. The third section contains Tamil poems, which are known for their rich literary traditions. The book also contains a detailed introduction by the author, which provides insight into the history and culture of ancient India. The introduction also explains the various literary devices and techniques used in Indian poetry. Overall, Specimens of Old Indian Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian literature and culture.Translated From The Original Sanskrit Into English Verse.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.