Kalhana's Rajatarangini: A Chronicle of the Kings of Kashmir: In 3 vols. [Hardcover] M.A. Stein

Book Details:

• Author: M. A. Stein

• Publisher: New Bharatiya Book Corporation

• Language: English

• Edition: 2019

• ISBN / EAN: 9788183153461

• Pages: 1920

• Cover: Hardcover

About the Book:
This monumental work by M.A. Stein presents, for the first time, the complete text of Kalhana's Rajatarangini with English translation, detailed notes, and index—making it an indispensable source for students and scholars of Indian history. Spanning 1920 pages, this edition is a major contribution to historical literature and Sanskrit studies.

Rajatarangini (The River of Kings) holds a unique place in Indian historiography as it is one of the earliest known Sanskrit historical chronicles. Unlike mythological texts, it bears resemblance to the chronicles of Medieval Europe and the Islamic world, offering a narrative grounded in temporal events, political intrigue, and the lives of Kashmiri rulers. Stein's critical edition, annotated with scholarly notes and references, revives this tradition with unparalleled precision.

Published by New Bharatiya Book Corporation in 2019, this hardcover edition is a definitive resource for libraries, universities, researchers, and readers passionate about the cultural and political legacy of Kashmir and the broader Indian subcontinent.