History of Rajasthani Literature by Dr. Hiralal Maheshwari offers a comprehensive and scholarly account of the evolution of Rajasthani literary tradition. The book traces the development of literature written in Rajasthani—from early medieval poetic compositions to modern literary forms—highlighting major poets, writers, genres, and cultural influences. Maheshwari explains the linguistic ba…
History of Dogri Literature by Shivanath provides a comprehensive survey of the origins, evolution, and major developments within Dogri literary tradition. The book traces Dogri language’s cultural roots in the Jammu region and examines significant poets, writers, genres, and literary movements that shaped Dogri literature over centuries. Shivanath highlights both classical and modern works, …
A richly illustrated exploration of the celebrated Mewar Ramayana, one of the most magnificent manuscript traditions in Indian art history. Written by J. P. Losty, this volume showcases exquisite miniature paintings commissioned by Maharana Jagat Singh of Mewar in the 17th century. The book examines the narrative structure of the Ramayana, its artistic interpretation, stylistic features, and cu…
This volume presents a collection of classic short stories by Lu Xun (Lu Hsun), one of the most influential writers in modern Chinese literature. Written during the early 20th century, Lu Xun’s stories explore the social hardships, moral struggles, and cultural transformations experienced by the Chinese people during a period of national upheaval. Through incisive satire, vivid characterizati…
An accessible overview of Japan’s literary tradition for Western audiences. Keene examines major periods, genres, and authors, from classical poetry and prose to modern fiction and drama. The book highlights the cultural, historical, and philosophical contexts that shaped Japanese literature, explaining stylistic features, thematic concerns, and aesthetic values. Through clear analysis and ex…
Literature provides a comprehensive overview of the major trends, works, and figures in Chinese literature, spanning from ancient to contemporary times. The book explores the rich literary traditions of China, including classical poetry, historical writings, and modern prose, highlighting the cultural, social, and philosophical contexts in which these works were created. The book discusses key …
Buku ini menyajikan cerita yang unik dan menarik tentang bagaimana perjalanan hidup seorang Sabriana dengan tujuan menimba ilmu di Serbia namun tetap bisa menjelajahi berbagai tempat di Serbia dan bahkan di luar Serbia. Penulis juga menggambarkan bagaimana berbagai pengalaman yang didapatinya selama perjalanan telah mengubah pola pikir hidupnya.
Kesusasteraan Amerika telah menapaki jalan panjang dan berliku dari jaman kolonial hingga jaman kontemporer. Masyarakat, sejarah, teknologi, semuanya memberikan dampak yang berkesan padanya. Meskipun pada dasarnya terdapat hal yang tetap, yakni kemanusiaan dengan semua pesona nya dan kebobrokan nya,tradisinya serta janjinya. Buku inilah yang akan menuntun atau menunjukkan para pembaca mengenai …
This book explores women's mobility in particular geographical, social, and cultural contexts. I am captivated by women's travel as a way of opening a space of inquiry about Eastern Indonesia's spatial relations. Examining practices of travel provides insights into contemporary social and cultural processes (Clifford 1997; Kaplan 1996; Tsing 2000). This book emphasizes how travel situates Easte…
Merdeka Square merupakan karangan fiksi yang di tulis Kerry B. Collison, semasa ia tinggal di Vietnam. Buku ini ditulis berdasarkan imajinasi dan penelitian atas fakta-fakta sejarah serta ingatan pribadinya selama bertugas di Jakarta. Memaparkan tentang pertarungan dua kubu, Angkatan Darat dan PKI, yang klimaks pada 30 September 1965. Bagaimana kisah selanjutnya? dan siapakah pemenang konflik p…