First Book of the Hitopadesa: Containing the Sanskrit Text (1864)

The First Book of the Hitopadesa is a literary work containing the original Sanskrit text, translated and edited by Friedrich Max Muller in 1864. The Hitopadesa is a collection of fables and moral stories that have been passed down in Indian culture for centuries. Muller's translation focuses on the first book of the Hitopadesa, which contains stories about the importance of friendship, the dangers of greed and envy, and the rewards of kindness and generosity. The book is a valuable resource for scholars of Indian literature and culture, as well as anyone interested in the timeless wisdom and insights contained in these ancient tales.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.