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082			_a923.254 _bKEU
100			_aKeuning, Wytze
245		0	_aAshoka the great _cWytze Keuning
250			_aFirst edition
260			_bRupa publications _c2015 _aNew Delhi
300			_a1080 p. _c23 cm.
520			_aAn exhilarating, spiritually edifying and deeply moving story of one of India's greatest emperors, Ashoka the Great compellingly re-creates the life and times of the great dynasty of the Mauryas with a remarkable authenticity. Ashoka The Great presents an extraordinary account of the legendary Indian emperor's incredible yet controversial life. This fictional biography delves into Ashoka's quests and moral dilemmas and looks at him not just as a great king, but a spiritual seeker. Originally published in Dutch as a trilogy in separate volumes, it was written between 1937 and 1947 by Dutch scholar Wytze Keuning in Groningen in the Netherlands and has now been brought together and presented in this single volume for the first time. Keuning perfectly fuses facts and thoughts, Mauryan customs and mores, life and reflection on the meaning of life as seen through the vision of Ashoka's gurus and the history of personal influences upon Ashoka that marked his rule and legacy. This and more makes it a rare and distinguished book. Book Features: Explores the life of one of the most intriguing kings of Indian history A captivating story that recreates the life and times of the Mauryas with remarkable authenticity Balances facts and fiction to create a compelling account It was originally published in Dutch, as a trilogy, written between 1937 and 1947 by the Dutch scholar Wytze Keuning. In this version, all three volumes, Ashoka: The Wild Prince, Ashoka: The Wise Ruler and Ashoka: The World's Great Teacher, have been brought together
650			_aHistory
942			_cENGLISH
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