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Princeton University Press Princeton Legacy Library: The King and the Clown in South India

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Explore the complex layers of South Indian history through this scholarly work from Princeton University Press. Originally published in 1986, this volume examines the tragi-comic nature of Chola kingship and how it relates to various Indian comedic traditions. The text provides a deep look at how the symbol of the king exists alongside other major figures in South Indian myth and poetry. You will find comparisons between royal leadership and characters like the Vidushaka from Sanskrit drama, the famous jester Tenali Rama from folk tales, and the clowns used in South Indian shadow-puppet theaters. This book also studies the roles of Brahmins, courtesans, and tragic figures such as bandits and warrior-heroes. As part of the Princeton Legacy Library, this edition uses modern print-on-demand technology to bring this important, previously out-of-print academic resource back to students and historians of world history.

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Examines the tragi-comic aspects of Chola kingship within the context of South Indian myth and poetry.

Compares royal symbolism to the Vidushaka of Sanskrit drama and the folk tales of Tenali Rama.

Analyzes the roles of various symbolic figures including Brahmins, courtesans, and warrior-heroes.

Part of the Princeton Legacy Library, making previously out-of-print academic works available again.

Utilizes modern print-on-demand technology to provide high-quality access to distinguished backlist titles.

Provides historical context regarding South Indian shadow-puppet theater clowns and folk traditions.

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Brand: Princeton University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0691633681
Category: Books > Subjects > Mind, Body & Spirit > Mythology > Folklore
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 03 May 2016
Listed Since: 10 February 2016

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