Publisher's Synopsis
The Edicts of Asoka is a book written by Vincent A. Smith that provides a comprehensive analysis of the edicts issued by Emperor Asoka, who ruled the Mauryan Empire in India from 268 to 232 BCE. The book is based on the inscriptions found on rocks, pillars, and caves throughout India, which were written in various languages and scripts. Smith's book delves into the historical context of Asoka's reign, his policies, and his conversion to Buddhism. The author examines the edicts in detail, providing translations and interpretations of their content, and explores their relevance to contemporary society. The book is considered an important resource for scholars of Indian history, religion, and philosophy, as well as for those interested in the development of moral and ethical codes.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.
