Corpus Inscriptionum Indicarum V1: Inscriptions of Asoka (1879)

Corpus Inscriptionum Indicarum V1: Inscriptions of Asoka (1879) is a book written by Alexander Cunningham. It is a comprehensive collection of inscriptions found in India during the reign of Emperor Asoka. The book is divided into two parts, the first part contains the inscriptions of Asoka in their original language, while the second part provides a translation of the inscriptions into English.The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Emperor Asoka, who ruled India from 268 to 232 BCE. Asoka is known for his conversion to Buddhism and his efforts to spread the religion throughout India and beyond. His inscriptions are considered to be some of the earliest and most important examples of Indian literature.The book includes a detailed analysis of the inscriptions, including their historical and cultural significance. It also provides a detailed account of the methods used to decipher and translate the inscriptions, which were written in ancient Indian languages such as Prakrit and Brahmi.Overall, Corpus Inscriptionum Indicarum V1: Inscriptions of Asoka (1879) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient India. It provides a unique insight into the life and reign of one of India's most important historical figures, and sheds light on the early development of Indian literature and language.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.