Description

The First Book of the Hitopadesa is a literary work containing the Sanskrit text, translated and edited by Friedrich Max Muller in 1864. The Hitopadesa is a collection of fables and moral stories that originated in ancient India and were written in Sanskrit. The first book of the Hitopadesa contains stories that teach valuable lessons about life, such as the importance of honesty, loyalty, and self-control. Muller's translation includes detailed explanations of the cultural and historical context of the stories, making it accessible to readers who may not be familiar with Indian literature. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in Indian culture and literature, as well as anyone looking for engaging and thought-provoking stories that offer insights into human nature.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.