The Hitopadeśa
A. N. D. Haksar
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The Hitopadeśa
Published
2006
Publisher
Penguin
Pages
239
ISBN-13
9780140455229
ISBN-10
0140455221
Description
Didactic tales and fables in verse. Composed between 800 and 950 AD, the Hitopadesa is one of the best-known of all works in Sanskrit literature. A fascinating collection of fables, maxims and sayings in verse, it combines a wide variety of writings from earlier authors in one volume - a 'garden of pleasing stories' created to provide guidance, wisdom and political advice to the reader. With elegance and great humour, Narayana weaves a framework for the classic tales, here narrated by animals who quote from and reflect on stories from the Pancatantra and other traditional sources. At once an anthology of folk wisdom and an original and satirical work in its own right, the Hitopadesa has been deeply admired and widely read for more than a thousand years for its humorous and profound reflections on human lives, loves, follies and philosophies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Hitopadeśa?
This edition of The Hitopadeśa has approximately 239 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Hitopadeśa?
For most readers, The Hitopadeśa typically takes between 4h 59m and 3h 19m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 59,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 59m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 59,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Hitopadeśa?
The estimated word count for The Hitopadeśa is approximately 59,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Hitopadeśa?
The Hitopadeśa was written by A. N. D. Haksar.
When was The Hitopadeśa published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2006. The original work may have been published on a different date.