Sakoontala; Or, The Lost Ring: An Indian Drama by Kalidasa

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Author Kalidasa
Translator Monier-Williams, Monier, Sir, 1819-1899
Title Sakoontala; Or, The Lost Ring: An Indian Drama
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shakuntala_(play)
Note Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Keren Vergon, jayam and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "Sakoontala; Or, The Lost Ring: An Indian Drama" by Kalidasa is a renowned dramatic work translated into English prose and verse. Likely written in the early centuries of the Common Era, this drama stands as one of the most celebrated pieces of Indian literature. The narrative centers around the titular character, Sakoontala, a maiden of remarkable beauty and grace, and her romantic entanglement with King Dushyanta, exploring themes of love, loss, and destiny. The opening of the drama introduces us to the serene world of hermits and the natural beauty surrounding them, as King Dushyanta, while pursuing a deer, encounters the hermitage of sage Kanwa. Upon reaching the grove, he sees Sakoontala, who is tending to the garden, and is captivated by her allure. The interactions among the characters offer a glimpse into the social hierarchy and customs of ancient India, where love blossoms amidst the serenity of nature. The initial act sets the stage for Dushyanta's growing affection for Sakoontala, raising questions about their future and the complexities involved in their supposed union. The drama invites readers and viewers to engage with the emotional nuances of the characters and the cultural context that shapes their fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
Subject Sanskrit drama -- Translations into English
Subject Indic drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 12169
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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