{"product_id":"nilakantha-diksita-makers-of-indian-literature-an-old-and-rare-book","title":"Nilakantha Diksita: Makers of Indian Literature (An Old and Rare Book)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"247\"\u003eBook Details\u003cbr data-start=\"12\" data-end=\"15\"\u003e• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi\u003cbr data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"46\"\u003e• Author: N. Parameswaran Unni\u003cbr data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"79\"\u003e• Language: English\u003cbr data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"101\"\u003e• Pages: 76\u003cbr data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"115\"\u003e• Cover: Paperback\u003cbr data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"136\"\u003e• Edition: 1995\u003cbr data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"154\"\u003e• ISBN: 8172018037\u003cbr data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"175\"\u003e• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm (8.5 inch x 5.5 inch)\u003cbr data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"229\"\u003e• Weight: 100 gm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003cbr data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"266\"\u003eThis scholarly work presents a concise yet insightful study of Nilakantha Diksita, the celebrated 17th-century poet, philosopher, and art critic who stands among the most eminent Sanskrit writers. The book examines his life, literary contributions, and intellectual brilliance across multiple genres including mahakavyas, laghukavyas, nataka, campu, agamic texts, and commentaries. Known for his wit, humour, and suggestive poetic style, Nilakantha’s writings reveal both literary mastery and philosophical depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eThe study also highlights his multifaceted personality—his role in political administration under powerful rulers and his eventual withdrawal to a life of spiritual contemplation on the banks of the Tamraparni. Through critical analysis, the author portrays Nilakantha as a satirist, scholar, and master poet whose works reflect deep learning and artistic excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eAuthored by Dr. N. Parameswaran Unni, a distinguished Sanskrit scholar and the first Ph.D. in Sanskrit from the University of Kerala, this volume draws on extensive research. The book includes discussions on Nilakantha’s life, major works, literary style, scholarship, and appendices providing genealogical details, bibliography, and aids to pronunciation. It is a valuable resource for students of Sanskrit literature, Indology, and classical Indian intellectual traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sahitya Akademi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51328720404784,"sku":"DRG.SahityaAkademi_8172018037","price":15.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/nal393.webp?v=1775713222","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/nilakantha-diksita-makers-of-indian-literature-an-old-and-rare-book","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}