The Karaka Theory ( embodied in the Rama story: a Sanskrit textbook in medieval India )

Book Detail

• Author: Yoto Kawamura
• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 187
• Release Date: 01-01-2018
• EAN: 9788124609194
• Package Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Languages: English

Description

This book presents a thorough examination of the karaka theory as expounded in the Bhattikavya, a unique Sanskrit poetic work that interweaves linguistic analysis with the Rama story. While numerous studies focus on Panini’s grammatical rules, this volume explores Bhatti’s interpretation and illustration of the karaka system, demonstrating its integration with Sanskrit poetry and pedagogy. The introductory section provides an outline of the Bhattikavya and insights from the author’s previous Japanese work on the subject. Additionally, the book includes two appendices discussing poetic composition and Vedic grammatical usage, making it a valuable resource for scholars of Sanskrit grammar, linguistics, and literary studies.

Author Details

Yoto Kawamura is a distinguished scholar specializing in Sanskrit grammar, linguistic theory, and classical Indian literary traditions. His research focuses on Paninian grammatical structures and their applications in Sanskrit poetry and literature. He has previously published significant works in Japanese, including a detailed analysis of the Bhattikavya, shedding light on its grammatical, poetic, and historical dimensions.