Tales from the Hindu Dramatists
Exploring the Richness of Hindu Dramatic TalesBy R. N. Dutta
Length4h
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In "Tales from the Hindu Dramatists," R. N. Dutta masterfully compiles and interprets a series of narratives drawn from classical Hindu drama, weaving them into an engaging tapestry that reflects the cultural and philosophical richness of ancient Indian theater. The book offers a keen exploration of the stylistic nuances inherent in these dramatizations, showcasing Dutta's ability to blend scholarly rigor with literary artistry. Contextually, this work resides within the broader framework of Hindu literature, illuminating the interplay between morality, spirituality, and human emotion as expressed through the dramatic arts. Each tale echoes the complexity of dharma, providing readers with insights into the mores and values of the time. R. N. Dutta, an eminent scholar of Indian literature, brings a wealth of knowledge and personal engagement with the themes explored in this collection. His academic pursuits have been deeply influenced by a commitment to uncovering the profound insights nestled within traditional narratives, as well as an appreciation for their relevance in contemporary discourse. Dutta's extensive background in philology and theater enriches his interpretations, making them both accessible and deeply reflective. For readers seeking to immerse themselves in the vibrant world of Hindu drama, "Tales from the Hindu Dramatists" serves as an invaluable resource. Dutta'Äôs thoughtful synthesis of tales not only entertains but also enlightens, making it an essential addition to the libraries of scholars, students, and lovers of literature alike.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length4 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 25, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ADVANCEMENT OF LEARNING.
42MRIGANKALEKHA.
2PREFACE.: CONTENTS
43MUDRARAKSHASA: or
3TALES: FROM
44RAKSHASA (THE MINISTER) WITH THE SIGNET: or
4THE HINDU DRAMATISTS.
45RAKSHASA AND THE SIGNET-RING: or
5SAKUNTALA or THE LOST RING.
46RAKSHASA KNOWN BY THE SIGNET-RING.
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6VIKRAMORVASI or URVASI WON BY VALOUR: or
47VIDDHA SALABHANJIKA: or
7THE HERO AND THE NYMPH.
48THE CARVED STATUE.
8MALAVIKAGNIMITRA,
49RATNAVALI or THE NECKLACE.
9or
50APPENDIX.
10AGNIMITRA AND MALAVIKA.
51THE VALUE OF DRAMA.
11THE VIRA CHARITA or THE MAHAVIRA CHARITA: or
52THE ORIGIN OF DRAMA.
12THE LIFE OF THE GREAT HERO.
53THE CHARACTER OF THE HINDU DRAMA.
13UTTAR RAMA CHARITA: or
54THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SANSKRIT DRAMA.
14THE LATER LIFE OF RAMA.
55THE MANNER OF PERFORMANCE.
15MALATI AND MADHAVA or THE STOLEN MARRIAGE.
56KALIDASA.
16HANUMAN NATAKA, or MAHANATAKA, or THE GREAT DRAMA.
57SAKUNTALA.
17ANERGHA RAGHAVA or MURARI NATAKA.
58THE MORAL OF THE PLAY.
18VENI SAMVARANA or VENI SANHARA: or
59MALAVIKAGNIMITRA.
19"THE BINDING OF THE BRAID OF HAIR."
60VIKRAMORVASI.
20CHANDA KAUSIKA: or
61BHAVABHUTI.
21THE OFFENDED VISWAMITRA.
62VIRA CHARITA.
22MADHURANIRUDDHA.
63UTTARRAMACHARITA.
23SRIDAMA CHARITA.
64MALATI-MADHAVA.
24KANSA BADHA: or
65MUDRA RAKSHASA.
25THE DESTRUCTION OF KANSA.
66VISAKHADATTA.
26YAYATI CHARITRA.
67YAYATI CHARITA.
27KAUTUKA SERVASWA.
68DUTANGADA.
28PRACHANDA PANDAVA: or
69DHANANJAYA VIJAYA.
29THE OFFENDED SONS OF PANDU: or
70MRIGANKALEKHA.
30BALA BHARATA.
71KAUTUKA SERVASWA.
31PROBODHA CHANDRODAYA: or
72CHITRA YAJNA.
32"RISE OF THE MOON OF (TRUE) KNOWLEDGE."
73HASYARNAVA.
33NAGANANDA: or
74RATNAVALI.
34JOY OF THE SERPENTS.
75RAJA SEKHAR.
35DUTANGADA: or
76MURARI.
36THE MISSION OF ANGADA.
77VENISANHARA.
37PRADYUMNA VIJAYA.
78PROBODHA CHANDRODAYA.
38VIDAGDHA MADHAVA.
79HANUMANANATAKA.
39DHANANYAYA VIJAYA.
80VASAVADATTA.
40HASYARNAVA.
81OPINIONS OF EMINENT EDUCATIONISTS on "THE BOY'S RAMAYANA"
41CHITRA YAJNA.
82OPINIONS OF THE PRESS.
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