Romesh C Dutt (388 results)

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Condition: New. pp. [v] + 159 + 3, Frontispiece, Figures Maps.

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Condition: New.

Condition: New. pp. [v] + 159 + 3, Maps 2nd Impression.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Like ancient Greece, India claims two great epics: the Ramayana, recounting the adventures of a banished prince who wanders for years in the wilderness of southern India, bears a resemblance to the Odyssey; the Mahabharata, based on the legends surrounding a war in which all the warlike races of Northern India took part, is the country's Iliad. Together, the two represent the epic literature of the ancient Hindus, offering latter-day readers the most realistic image of the civilization and culture of India 3,000 years ago its political and social life as well as its religion and philosophy.The Ramayana portrays domestic and religious life, with vignettes of tenderness, endurance, and devotion. The Mahabharata depicts the political climate of ancient India, with tales of valor and heroism, ambition, and chivalry. This condensed version of these extremely long tales features selection from cantos that convey the leading incidents of the epic, linking them with short notes. Readers seeking a practical knowledge of these magnificent works within a reasonable compass can do no better than this convenient and poetic translation.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Bombay: Jaico Publishing House, 1972 - near Very Good paperback - 6" tall - cover illustration by Diwan - Note on the author by S.K. Ratcliffe - Translator's Epilogue - small blot on 2 pages (not affecting legibility); printer ink smear on 3 margins; otherwise clean, tight, unmarked - 188 pages. Condensed version of the Sanskrit epic, translated into English verse. ISBN: 0-88253-034-8. …

Paperback. Condition: Good. Like ancient Greece, India claims two great epics: the Ramayana, recounting the adventures of a banished prince who wanders for years in the wilderness of southern India, bears a resemblance to the Odyssey; the Mahabharata, based on the legends surrounding a war in which all the warlike races of Northern India took part, is the country's Iliad. Together, the two represent the epic literature of the ancient Hindus, offering latter-day readers the most realistic image of the civilization and culture of India 3,000 years ago its political and social life as well as its religion and philosophy.The Ramayana portrays domestic and religious life, with vignettes of tenderness, endurance, and devotion. The Mahabharata depicts the political climate of ancient India, with tales of valor and heroism, ambition, and chivalry. This condensed version of these extremely long tales features selection from cantos that convey the leading incidents of the epic, linking them with short notes. Readers seeking a practical knowledge of these magnificent works within a reasonable compass can do no better than this convenient and poetic translation.…

Condition: New. pp. [v] + 159 + 3.

Condition: New. pp. 200.

Condition: New.

Condition: New. pp. 200.

Condition: New. pp. 154.

paperback. Condition: Good. A used book with minor shelf wear and imperfections. Photos and additional details upon request. Thank you for supporting Last Word Books and independent bookstores.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. book, cover and text all in very good condition, binding tight and square, spine not creased, front panel with a crease and slightly curled, text clean and unmarked no names no stamps.

Condition: New. pp. 235.

Condition: New. pp. 172 + [4] Figures.

Condition: New. pp. 200.

Condition: New. pp. 154.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket as Issued. Near Fine copy with unmarked contents. Slight wear to cover gloss, otherwise Fine.

paperback. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

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Condition: New. pp. 256.

Condition: New. pp. 235.

Condition: New. pp. 154.

Condition: New. pp. 172 + [4].

hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Minor shelf wear to binding. Small stain on top edge of text block & along top edge of paste downs & endpapers. Text is unmarked. Dj shelf worn & lightly soiled with water stains along top & bottom edges in a mylar cover.