The Song of Manik Chandra
The Song of Manik Chandra | Rare and modern books | George A. Grierson
Rare and modern books
George A. Grierson
Gyan Publishing House,
2025
The Song of Manik Chandra
The Song of Manik Chandra | Rare and modern books | George A. Grierson
Rare and modern books
George A. Grierson
Gyan Publishing House,
2025
35.94 €
(Delhi,
India)
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Details
- Year of publication
- 2025
- ISBN
- 1111005737543
- Author
- George A. Grierson
- Pages
- 118
- Publishers
- Gyan Publishing House
- Keyword
- History
- Binding description
- Paperback
- Languages
- English
- Binding
- Softcover
- Print on demand
- True
Description
About The Book: The Song of Manik Chandra, translated and edited by George Abraham Grierson, is a lyrical medieval ballad rooted in Eastern Indian folk tradition. It narrates the legend of Manik Chandra, a merchant-prince whose piety, trials, and unwavering devotion to the deity Shiva guide his journey through hardship, sacrifice, and eventual redemption. The poem blends myth, morality, and local cultural motifs, reflecting the spiritual ethos and storytelling style of the region. Grierson’s work preserves the original poetic essence while offering linguistic and cultural insights, making it an important contribution to the study of Indian folk literature and devotional poetry.
