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Set against the backdrop of 19th-century India, the novel explores the life of Maha Guru, an Indian figure revered as a god by his followers. It delves into his teachings and their profound impact on society, while also addressing the political and social dynamics of the time. Written in a realistic style, the narrative highlights the tension between religious faith and human reason. As a significant work in German literature regarding India, it offers insights into the European engagement with Hinduism.
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Maha Guru, Karl Gutzkow
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- 2008
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- Title
- Maha Guru
- Subtitle
- Geschichte Eines Gottes (1833)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Karl Gutzkow
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 404
- ISBN13
- 9781437137347
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of 19th-century India, the novel explores the life of Maha Guru, an Indian figure revered as a god by his followers. It delves into his teachings and their profound impact on society, while also addressing the political and social dynamics of the time. Written in a realistic style, the narrative highlights the tension between religious faith and human reason. As a significant work in German literature regarding India, it offers insights into the European engagement with Hinduism.