K. A. Nilakanta Sastri Books

Kallidaikurichi Aiyah Nilakanta Sastri stands as a preeminent historian, renowned for his extensive scholarship on South India. He is widely recognized as the most prolific and significant professional historian specializing in this region. Sastri's work is characterized by a rigorous examination of historical sources and administrative structures, primarily articulated through the English language. While his contributions are foundational, his reliance on English and approach to vernacular literary analysis sometimes sparked debate among contemporaries. His prolific output provides an indispensable resource for understanding the intricate history of South India.