Book Details
Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
Author: U. V. Swaminatha Iyer
Language: English
Edition: 2019
Pages: 960
Cover: Hardcover
ISBN: 9789388468916
Dimensions: 21.5 cm × 14 cm
Weight: 1.30 kg

About the Book
This monumental volume represents a significant contribution to Indian literary and cultural history. U. V. Swaminatha Iyer, widely revered as a pioneering scholar and revivalist of classical Tamil literature, is known for his lifelong dedication to the discovery, preservation, and interpretation of ancient texts. This extensive work reflects his scholarship, perseverance, and deep engagement with India’s literary heritage.

Written in scholarly yet accessible English, the book offers readers a comprehensive exploration of texts, traditions, and historical contexts that shaped classical literature. The author’s meticulous documentation, interpretative clarity, and attention to detail make this volume an authoritative source for understanding the intellectual and cultural legacy of the period under study. Despite its academic depth, the narrative maintains readability, allowing committed readers to engage meaningfully with the content.

Published by Sahitya Akademi in a durable hardcover edition, this book is especially valuable for researchers, scholars, teachers, and serious readers of Indian literature, history, and cultural studies. With its substantial length and scholarly rigor, it serves as a definitive reference work and a treasured addition to academic libraries and personal collections.