Sir William Jones: Interpreter of India to the West
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Sir William Jones: Interpreter of India to the West
Book Details
- Publisher: Lalitha Krishna Sastry
- Language: English
- Published Year: 1998
- Pages: 147
- Dimensions: 21.5 x 14 cm
- Book Condition: Used – Good
- Availability: In Stock
About the Book
Sir William Jones: Interpreter of India to the West by L. S. R. Krishna Sastry is a critical exploration of the life and contributions of Sir William Jones, one of the foremost orientalist scholars of the 18th century. This work delves into how Jones played a significant role in introducing India’s rich cultural heritage to the Western world.
Jones, as a pioneering linguist and philologist, was instrumental in founding the Asiatic Society of Bengal, which greatly influenced the study of Indian languages, culture, and history in the West. Through this book, Sastry evaluates Jones’s scholarly achievements and his pivotal role in shaping the understanding of Indian civilization in Europe.
