Toru Dutt

Ancient Ballads and Legends of Hindustan (eBook, ePUB)

Timeless Tales of Love, Honor, and the Supernatural

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Toru Dutt's 'Ancient Ballads and Legends of Hindustan' is a collection of beautifully retold Indian folk tales and myths, showcasing her mastery of both English and Sanskrit literature. Dutt's poetic style effortlessly captures the essence of each story, transporting readers to the ancient land of Hindustan. Her deep understanding of Indian culture and traditions is evident in every narrative, making this book a valuable contribution to both Indian and Western literature. Through these timeless tales, Dutt explores themes of love, honor, sacrifice, and the supernatural, providing readers with a deep insight into the rich tapestry of Indian storytelling. Toru Dutt, a talented poet and writer, was one of the first Indian women to write in English during the colonial era. Her unique perspective as a dual-language writer allowed her to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western literary traditions, opening doors for future generations of Indian writers. Dutt's passion for preserving Indian folklore and mythology shines through in 'Ancient Ballads and Legends of Hindustan,' establishing her as a pioneering figure in the world of Indian literature. I highly recommend 'Ancient Ballads and Legends of Hindustan' to readers who are interested in exploring the depth and beauty of Indian folklore. Toru Dutt's eloquent prose and profound storytelling make this book a captivating read for anyone looking to delve into the cultural heritage of Hindustan.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 158
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664655110
• Artikelnr.: 58434889

Autorenporträt

Toru Dutt (1856-1877) was a Bengali poet and translator. Born in Calcutta to a prominent family of Bengali Christians, Dutt was educated from a young age and became a devoted student of English literature. Taught by her father and a private tutor, she learned French, Sanskrit, and English in addition to her native Bengali. At thirteen, she left India with her family to travel through Europe, visiting France, England, Italy, and Germany over the next several years. In 1872, she attended a series of lectures for women at the University of Cambridge alongside her sister Aru, which further sparked her interest in academia and literature. In 1873, the family returned to Calcutta, where Dutt struggled to readjust to Indian culture. She wrote two novels in English and French before publishing A Sheaf Gleaned in French Fields (1876), a collection of French poems translated into English. Its critical and commercial success came tragically late, however, as Dutt died of consumption in 1877 at the age of 21. She has since been recognized as the first Indian writer to publish a novel in French, the first Indian woman to publish an English novel, and a pioneering figure in Anglo-Indian literature whose mastery of several languages at such a young age remains remarkably uncommon. Ancient Ballads and Legends of Hindustan (1882), a collection of Sanskrit poems translated into English, was her final, posthumously published work.