S.V. Ketkar (An Old & Rare Book)
Book Details
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: D. P. Joshi
• Language: English
• Pages: 39
• Cover: Paperback
• Edition: 1991
• ISBN: 8172010915
• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
• Weight: 70 gm
About the Book
This monograph presents a brief yet insightful account of the life and contributions of Dr. Shridhar Venkatesh Ketkar, a distinguished scholar and one of the pioneers of encyclopedic work in the Marathi language. Widely regarded as the doyen of the Marathi Encyclopaedia, Ketkar played a significant role in advancing knowledge and intellectual inquiry through his dedication to scholarship and literary pursuits.
Born in the late nineteenth century, Ketkar came from a family originally belonging to the Konkan region that later migrated to the Vidarbha area. His life was marked by continuous struggle and determination from childhood until his final years. Despite numerous hardships, he remained committed to his intellectual pursuits and made remarkable contributions to Marathi literature and scholarship.
The book highlights Ketkar’s efforts in the field of encyclopedic knowledge and his vision of making information accessible to readers through the Marathi language. His work reflects a deep commitment to education, cultural development, and the promotion of regional languages as mediums of intellectual expression.
Written by Dr. D. P. Joshi, a scholar of Marathi literature and lecturer at Vivek Vardhini College, Hyderabad, this monograph provides a concise introduction to the life and legacy of this remarkable scholar. Dr. Joshi’s academic involvement and association with literary organizations such as the Marathi Sahitya Parishad further enrich the study.
Published by Sahitya Akademi, this book is a valuable resource for readers interested in Marathi literature, intellectual history, and the lives of important literary figures who contributed to the growth of Indian scholarship.
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S.V. Ketkar (An Old & Rare Book)
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Book Details
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: D. P. Joshi
• Language: English
• Pages: 39
• Cover: Paperback
• Edition: 1991
• ISBN: 8172010915
• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
• Weight: 70 gm
About the Book
This monograph presents a brief yet insightful account of the life and contributions of Dr. Shridhar Venkatesh Ketkar, a distinguished scholar and one of the pioneers of encyclopedic work in the Marathi language. Widely regarded as the doyen of the Marathi Encyclopaedia, Ketkar played a significant role in advancing knowledge and intellectual inquiry through his dedication to scholarship and literary pursuits.
Born in the late nineteenth century, Ketkar came from a family originally belonging to the Konkan region that later migrated to the Vidarbha area. His life was marked by continuous struggle and determination from childhood until his final years. Despite numerous hardships, he remained committed to his intellectual pursuits and made remarkable contributions to Marathi literature and scholarship.
The book highlights Ketkar’s efforts in the field of encyclopedic knowledge and his vision of making information accessible to readers through the Marathi language. His work reflects a deep commitment to education, cultural development, and the promotion of regional languages as mediums of intellectual expression.
Written by Dr. D. P. Joshi, a scholar of Marathi literature and lecturer at Vivek Vardhini College, Hyderabad, this monograph provides a concise introduction to the life and legacy of this remarkable scholar. Dr. Joshi’s academic involvement and association with literary organizations such as the Marathi Sahitya Parishad further enrich the study.
Published by Sahitya Akademi, this book is a valuable resource for readers interested in Marathi literature, intellectual history, and the lives of important literary figures who contributed to the growth of Indian scholarship.
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Book Details
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: D. P. Joshi
• Language: English
• Pages: 39
• Cover: Paperback
• Edition: 1991
• ISBN: 8172010915
• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
• Weight: 70 gm
About the Book
This monograph presents a brief yet insightful account of the life and contributions of Dr. Shridhar Venkatesh Ketkar, a distinguished scholar and one of the pioneers of encyclopedic work in the Marathi language. Widely regarded as the doyen of the Marathi Encyclopaedia, Ketkar played a significant role in advancing knowledge and intellectual inquiry through his dedication to scholarship and literary pursuits.
Born in the late nineteenth century, Ketkar came from a family originally belonging to the Konkan region that later migrated to the Vidarbha area. His life was marked by continuous struggle and determination from childhood until his final years. Despite numerous hardships, he remained committed to his intellectual pursuits and made remarkable contributions to Marathi literature and scholarship.
The book highlights Ketkar’s efforts in the field of encyclopedic knowledge and his vision of making information accessible to readers through the Marathi language. His work reflects a deep commitment to education, cultural development, and the promotion of regional languages as mediums of intellectual expression.
Written by Dr. D. P. Joshi, a scholar of Marathi literature and lecturer at Vivek Vardhini College, Hyderabad, this monograph provides a concise introduction to the life and legacy of this remarkable scholar. Dr. Joshi’s academic involvement and association with literary organizations such as the Marathi Sahitya Parishad further enrich the study.
Published by Sahitya Akademi, this book is a valuable resource for readers interested in Marathi literature, intellectual history, and the lives of important literary figures who contributed to the growth of Indian scholarship.
