Title: The Indian Drama
Author: Sten Konow
Translated by: Dr. S. N. Ghosal
Publisher: General Printers
Edition: First Edition, 1969
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 213
Size: 5.5 in x 9 in
Published in 1969 by General Printers, The Indian Drama by Sten Konow, translated from the original German by Dr. S. N. Ghosal, stands as a monumental work in the study of ancient Indian theatre. This 213-page hardcover first edition provides a scholarly yet accessible examination of India’s dramatic traditions — from the Vedic period to the golden age of Sanskrit drama.
Konow, an eminent Indologist, offers a detailed analysis of the origins, structure, and thematic essence of Indian drama. Drawing from classical sources such as the Natyashastra, as well as masterpieces by Kalidasa, Bhavabhuti, and Bhasa, the book explores how Indian theatre intertwined art, music, dance, and spirituality to create a uniquely holistic cultural expression.
The translator, Dr. S. N. Ghosal, renders the text with clarity and academic precision, preserving the integrity of Konow’s original research while making it accessible to English-speaking readers. The work also examines the symbolism, performance practices, and philosophical underpinnings of Indian drama, contrasting it with Western theatrical traditions to highlight its distinct character and aesthetic depth.
A significant contribution to literary and cultural studies, this edition remains valuable for researchers, theatre practitioners, and readers fascinated by the intellectual and artistic legacy of ancient India.
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First English translation of Sten Konow’s seminal German work on Indian drama.
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Explores the historical, cultural, and philosophical evolution of Indian theatre.
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Detailed study of the Natyashastra and classical playwrights like Kalidasa.
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Scholarly translation by Dr. S. N. Ghosal.
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213-page hardcover first edition published in 1969.
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Ideal for researchers, students, and lovers of Indian classical literature and performance arts.
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