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Origin and Spread of The Tamils: (A Course of Two Lectures Delivered Under The Sankara-Parvati Endowment, University of Madras)

by V. R. Ramachandra Dikshitar
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9789367808177
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
  • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
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  • Pages: 122
  • Original Price: INR 245.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 268 grams
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"Origin and Spread of the Tamils" by Ramachandra Dikshitar, drawn from two lectures under the Sankara-Parvati Endowment at the University of Madras, examines the early history and expansion of Tamil people and culture. Using historical, linguistic, and archaeological evidence, Dikshitar traces the Tamil civilization’s ancient origins and its influence across South India and beyond. Highlighting Tamil contributions to Indian history, he positions Tamil culture as a core element of the subcontinent’s heritage, celebrating its distinct identity and enduring impact.

Vishnampet R. Ramachandra Dikshitar (1896–1953) was an esteemed historian, professor, and Sanskrit scholar, specializing in Tamil history. He began his academic career at St. Joseph College, Trichy, and later joined the University of Madras, where he held positions as a reader and professor in the Department of History and Archaeology. Dikshitar authored numerous influential works, translated Tamil classics such as the Silappathikaram and the Tirukkural into English, and served as the general editor for the Madras University Historical Series. His prominent works span a wide range, from studies in polity and administration to explorations of ancient Indian warfare and culture.

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