Download or read book Folklore in Ancient and Medieval India written by Sures Chandra Banerji and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Much Has Been Written About Various Aspects Of Indian Society Since Vedic Times, But, As Far As We Are Aware, No Work Dealing Exhaustively Or Exclusively With The Life Of The Common People In Ancient India Has As Yet Been Published.
Download or read book Myths Saints and Legends in Medieval India written by Charlotte Vaudeville and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brings Together A Selection Of Vaudeville`S Work On The Devotional Traditions Of Medieval North India - 3 Parts - The Lord Of Govardhan Hill - The Sant Poets Of Maharashtra - Ballads And Legends Of North India.
Download or read book Affinities Between Folkloristics and Historiography written by Bīrendranātha Datta and published by NFSC www.indianfolklore.org. This book was released on 2002 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Medieval India written by Iqtidar Alam Khan and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2008-04-25 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The medieval period of Indian history is difficult to define clearly. It may be perceived as the long phase of India's transition from the ancient to the immediately pre-colonial times. The latter period would naturally be imagined commencing from Vasco da Gama's voyage round the Cape of Good Hope in 1498, or, alternatively, the establishment of the Mughal empire (1526). More definitely though, the renewed Islamic advance into north India, roughly from 1000 A.D. onwards leading to the rise of the Delhi Sultanate (1206), can be held to mark, in political and cultural terms, the beginning of the medieval period. For the purpose of the Historical Dictionary of Medieval India, the period from 1000 A.D. to 1526 A.D. will be considered India's medieval times. The turbulent history of this period is told through the book's chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries on key people, historical geography, arts, institutions, events, and other important terms.
Download or read book Tales of Ancient India written by J.A.B. van Buitenen and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2015-07-24 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This admirably produced and well-translated volume of stories from the Sanskrit takes the Western reader into one of the Golden Ages of India. . . . The world in which the tales are set is one which placed a premium upon slickness and guile as aids to success. . . . Merchants, aristocrats, Brahmins, thieves and courtesans mingle with vampires, demi-gods and the hierarchy of heaven in a series of lively or passionate adventures. The sources of the individual stories are clearly indicated; the whole treatment is scholarly without being arid."—The Times Literary Supplement "Fourteen tales from India, newly translated with a terse and vibrant effectiveness. These tales will appeal to any reader who enjoys action, suspense, characterization, and suspension of disbelief in the supernatural."—The Personalist
Download or read book Studies in the Religious Life of Ancient and Medieval India written by Dineschandra Sircar and published by Motilal Banarsidass Publ.. This book was released on 1971 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Milinda Panha is, with good reason, a famous work of Buddhist literature, probably compiled in the first century B.C. It presents Buddhist doctrine in a very attractive and memorable form as a dialogue between a Bactrian Greek king, Milinda, who plays the `Devil`s Advocate` and a Buddhist sage, Nagasena. The topics covered include most of those questions commonly asked by Westerners such as If there is no soul, what is it that is reborn? and If there is no soul, who is talking to you now? This abridgement provides a concise presentation of this master-piece of Buddhist literature.
Download or read book An Introduction to the Popular Religion and Folklore of Northern India written by William Crooke and published by . This book was released on 1894 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Indian Fairy Tales written by Joseph Jacobs and published by . This book was released on 1892 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Folk tales from India.
Download or read book Indian Myth and Legend written by Donald MacKenzie and published by . This book was released on 2015-01-03 with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This looks at the mythology and old stories emanating from Ancient India several millennia ago.
Download or read book Music Myth and Story in Medieval and Early Modern Culture written by Katherine Butler and published by Boydell & Brewer. This book was released on 2019 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complex relationship between myths and music is here investigated.
Download or read book History of Asia Explore The Magnificent Histories Culture Mythology Folklore Wars Legends Stories Achievements More of China Japan India 3 Books in 1 written by History Brought Alive and published by History Brought Alive. This book was released on 101-01-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History, Mythology & More From The World’s Most Interesting Civilizations Join us on a discovery from the ancient origins to the present days of the most fascinating civilizations in Asia. Included in this Amazing 3 Book Collection are: The History of China: A Concise Introduction to Chinese History, Culture, Dynasties, Mythology, Great Achievements & More. History of India: A Concise Introduction to Indian History, Culture, Mythology, Religion, Gandhi, Characters, Empires, Achievements & More. Japanese History: Explore The Magnificent History, Culture, Mythology, Folklore, Wars, Legends, Great Achievements & More Of Japan. These civilizations all feature a history rich in culture, legends, characters, mythology and remain some of the most interesting in the world. In the pages that follow, you’ll find three books all with well written and accurate information without bias. We strive to offer you a refreshing read with reliable, well-referenced information. Inside you will discover The Five Major Eras of Ancient China + The Modern Age Ancient India - Discover the fantastic early civilizations and empires. Plus the cultural takeaways and perceptions from ancient times. Samurai - Who were they, their code + why their legacy lasts to this day Chinese Innovations, World Firsts & Important Inventions The Cultural Revolution - How Mao Zedong and the Communist Party Began Transforming China A Dark Chapter, Japan and the Axis Powers in World War 2 India & The Freedom Struggle - Led by the greats of Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Subhash Chandra Bose, and so on. Colourful Myths & Legends - learn these to truly understand the Japanese people & their culture And much, much more…. So if you want to find out more about The History of China, Japan and India then start reading this special 3 books in 1 bundle now!
Download or read book Myths of the Dog Man written by David Gordon White and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 1991-05-07 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An impressive and important cross-cultural study that has vast implications for history, religion, anthropology, folklore, and other fields. . . . Remarkably wide-ranging and extremely well-documented, it covers (among much else) the following: medieval Christian legends such as the 14th-century Ethiopian Gadla Hawaryat (Contendings of the Apostles) that had their roots in Parthian Gnosticism and Manichaeism; dog-stars (especially Sirius), dog-days, and canine psychopomps in the ancient and Hellenistic world; the cynocephalic hordes of the ancient geographers; the legend of Prester John; Visvamitra and the Svapacas ("Dog-Cookers"); the Dog Rong ("warlike barbarians") during the Xia, Shang, and Zhou periods; the nochoy ghajar (Mongolian for "Dog Country") of the Khitans; the Panju myth of the Southern Man and Yao "barbarians" from chapter 116 of the History of the Latter Han and variants in a series of later texts; and the importance of dogs in ancient Chinese burial rites. . . . Extremely well-researched and highly significant."—Victor H. Mair, Asian Folklore Studies
Download or read book India Sri Lanka and the SAARC Region written by Lopamudra Maitra Bajpai and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2020-10-28 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the historical and socio-cultural connections across the SAARC region, with a special focus on the relationship between India and Sri Lanka. It investigates hitherto unexplored narratives of history, popular culture and intangible heritage in the region to identify the cultural parallels and intersections that link them together. In doing so, the volume moves away from an organised and authorised heritage discourse and encourages possibilities of new understandings and re-interpretations of cross-cultural communication and its sub-texts. Based on original ethnographic work, the book discusses themes such as cultural ties between India and Sri Lanka, exchanges between Arthur C. Clarke in Sri Lanka and Satyajit Ray in India, cultural connectivity reflected through mythology and folklore, the influence of Rabindranath Tagore on modern dance in Sri Lanka, the introduction of railways in Sri Lanka, narrative scrolls and masked dance forms across SAARC countries, Hindi cinema as the pioneer of cultural connectivity, and women’s writing across South Asia. Lucid and compelling, this book will be useful for scholars and researchers of cultural studies, South Asian studies, cultural anthropology, sociology, popular culture, cross-cultural communication, gender studies, political sociology, cultural history, diplomacy, international relations and heritage studies. It will also appeal to general readers interested in the linkages between India and Sri Lanka.
Download or read book A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India written by Upinder Singh and published by Pearson Education India. This book was released on 2008 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India is the most comprehensive textbook yet for undergraduate and postgraduate students. It introduces students to original sources such as ancient texts, artefacts, inscriptions and coins, illustrating how historians construct history on their basis. Its clear and balanced explanation of concepts and historical debates enables students to independently evaluate evidence, arguments and theories. This remarkable textbook allows the reader to visualize and understand the rich and varied remains of India s ancient past, transforming the process of discovering that past into an exciting experience.
Download or read book The Sacred Bee in Ancient Times and Folklore written by Hilda M. Ransome and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-04-20 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Well-documented study of bees, hives, and beekeepers, along with rare illustrations as they appear in ancient paintings, sculpture, on coins, jewelry, and Mayan glyphs.
Download or read book The Evolution of Historiographical Tradition in Ancient and Medieval India written by G. P. Singh and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Medieval Folklore written by Carl Lindahl and published by OUP USA. This book was released on 2004-04-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over a decade in the making, Medieval Folklore offers a wide-ranging guide to the lore of the Middle Ages—from the mundane to the supernatural. Definitive and lively articles focus on the great tales and traditions of the age and includes information on daily and nightly customs and activities; religious beliefs of the pagan, Christian, Muslim, and Jew; key works of oral and written literature; traditional music and art; holidays and feasts; food and drink; and plants and animals, both real and fantastical. While most books on medieval folklore focus primarily on the West, this unique volume brings together an eclectic range of experts to treat the subject from a global perspective. Especially remarkable are the surveys of the major medieval traditions including Arab-Islamic, Baltic, English, Finno-Ugric, French, Hispanic, Hungarian, Irish, Italian, Jewish, Scandinavian, Scottish, Slavic, and Welsh. For anyone who has ever wanted a path through the tangle of Arthurian legends, or the real lowdown on St. Patrick, or the last word on wolf lore—this is the place to look. The contributors: Ulrich Marzolph — Arab-Islamic Thomas A. DuBois — Baltic John McNamara & Carl Lindahl — English Thomas A. DuBois — Finno-Ugric Francesca Canadé Sautman — French Samuel G. Armistead — Hispanic Éva Pócs — Hungarian Joseph Falaky Nagy — Irish Giuseppe C. Di Scipio — Italian Eli Yassif — Jewish Stephen A. Mitchell — Scandinavian John McNamara — Scottish Eve Levin — Slavic Elissa R. Henken & Brynley F. Roberts — Welsh
