Publisher's Synopsis
Rajah Rammohun Roy: A Biographical Essay is a book written by F. Max Muller that provides a comprehensive account of the life of Rajah Rammohun Roy, a prominent Indian social reformer and religious thinker of the 19th century. The book delves into Roy's early life, his education, his travels, and his various works in the fields of religion, philosophy, and politics.Muller explores Roy's role in the Bengal Renaissance and his efforts to reform Hinduism, including his advocacy for monotheism and his rejection of idol worship. The book also covers Roy's involvement in social issues, such as his campaign against sati (widow burning) and his support for women's education.Additionally, the book analyzes Roy's interactions with British colonial authorities and his efforts to promote Indian interests in the face of British imperialism. Muller provides a detailed account of Roy's political activism, including his founding of the Brahmo Samaj, a progressive Hindu reform movement.Overall, Rajah Rammohun Roy: A Biographical Essay is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian history, religion, and politics, as well as the life and legacy of one of India's most important social reformers.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Biographical Essays, by F. Max Muller. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419185276.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.
