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Simhāsana Dvātrim̧śikā : thirty-two tales of the throne of Vikramaditya

2006
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The fabled monarch Vikramaditya is considered to be a model of kingly virtues, and his reign a golden age of peace and prosperity. Narrated by the 32 statuettes of nymphs supporting his magic throne, these tales describe his exploits and extol his extraordinary courage, compassion and kindness.
Main title:
Simhāsana Dvātrim̧śikā : thirty-two tales of the throne of Vikramaditya / translated from the Sanskrit with an introduction by A.N.D. Haksar.
Imprint:
London : Penguin, 2006.
Collation:
xx, 193 p. ; 20 cm.
Series title:
Notes:
This translation originally published: New Delhi: Penguin, 1998.Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:
9780140455175 (pbk)
Dewey class:
891.23
Language:
EnglishSanskrit
BRN:
286505
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