Publisher's Synopsis
The Chaurapanchasika: An Indian Love Lament is a book written by Edwin Arnold that explores the themes of love, loss, and longing in Indian literature. The book is based on the Chaurapanchasika, a poem written in the 4th century AD by the Indian poet Bilhana. The poem is a lamentation of a lover who has been separated from his beloved and is filled with intense emotions of despair, longing, and hopelessness. Arnold's book provides a translation of the original poem, along with an introduction that provides context and background information on Indian literature and the Chaurapanchasika. He also includes a detailed analysis of the poem's themes, symbolism, and literary techniques. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian literature and poetry, as well as those interested in exploring the themes of love and loss in literature. It is a beautifully written and thought-provoking work that offers a unique insight into the human experience of love and longing.The Story Concerns A Young And Accomplished Brahman Who Fell In Love With The Daughter Of The Maharajah, And Was Therefore Sentenced To Death By The Monarch. The Verses Were Written While He Languished In Prison.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.
