Original Sanskrit Texts On the Origin and History of the People of India: Mythical and Legendary Accounts of the Origin of Caste, with an Enquiry Into
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Erscheinungsdatum
18.07.2023
Verlag
Creative Media Partners, LLCSeitenzahl
554
Maße (L/B/H)
23.4/15.6/3 cm
Gewicht
948 g
ISBN
978-1-02-038224-6
In this illuminating work, John Muir examines the origins of the caste system in India, drawing on a wide range of ancient Sanskrit texts. From the mythological accounts of the creation of the four varnas to the historical development of the caste system, Muir provides a thorough analysis of this complex social institution. Originally published in 1872, this book remains a valuable resource for scholars of Indian history and culture.
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