Monier Monier-Williams was a pivotal figure in the study and teaching of Asian languages in England, particularly Sanskrit. His life's work, a comprehensive Sanskrit-English dictionary, remains a valuable resource for linguists and students today. Beyond academic pursuits, he actively advocated for the conversion of India to Christianity as a goal of Orientalist scholarship. He also founded the Indian Institute at Oxford University, which served as a center for Indian studies and training for the Indian Civil Service.
This new edition includes numerous printed Sanskrit texts and works and three Indian journeys the author had undertaken. All the words are arranged etymologically and philologically with special reference to cognate Indo-European languages.
A significant historical text, the Siksha-Patri of the Svami-Narayana Sect holds a vital place in human history. Alpha Editions has undertaken the task of preserving this classic by republishing it in a modern format, ensuring clarity and readability through careful reformatting and redesign. This work is categorized under History, General, and Eastern Hemisphere, making it a valuable resource for those interested in cultural and religious studies.