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Curated thematic collections of Indian literature

01

Ancient India

2 Books

Classical texts, historical records, and poetic traditions from ancient Indian civilization

02

Biographical Classics

2 Books

Intimate portraits of pioneering figures through their lives, letters, and personal correspondence

03

Classical Literature

1 Book

Timeless poetry, epics, and literary works from India's classical traditions

04

Historical Studies

7 Books

Comprehensive historical works examining India's past from ancient civilizations to modern times

05

Reference Works

2 Books

Authoritative reference works and encyclopedic surveys of India's geography, peoples, and institutions

06

Reformers & Visionaries

5 Books

Pioneers who challenged orthodoxy and championed progressive social change in Indian society

07

The Bengal Renaissance

2 Books

The 19th-century cultural, social, and intellectual awakening in Bengal that shaped modern India

08

Vedic & Sanskrit Studies

3 Books

Scholarly explorations of Vedic religion, Sanskrit literature, and the intellectual heritage of ancient India

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