Encyclopaedia of Sanskrit Literature, Vol. I. and II/Mamta Pandey. New Delhi, Anmol Pub., 2008, xvi, 648 p., ISBN 81-261-3719-0.

    Contents: Vol. I. Preface. 1. Language of the God: Sanskrit. 2. The first Sanskrit literature: the Rigveda. 3. Doctrine of Hindu religion: the Bhagavad Gita. 4. The Sanskrit classic: Shakuntala. Bibliography. Index.

    Vol. II. Preface.1. Stories for all times: Panchatantra. 2. Stories for moral education: Hitopadesha. 3. Glossary of Sanskrit words. Bibliography. Index.

    "India is a land of rich classical heritage, many great thinkers and writers. Our collection of literature in Sanskrit is priceless. Known as the mother of many languages, Sanskrit is abundant in the treasure of literature. Many people think of Sanskrit in terms of chants, hymns and verses. Not many know many know of the vast collection of poetry, drama, stories and even epics in Sanskrit literature. Sanskrit language literature is a very broad category that requires elaborate understanding of the varied language. As we progress by leaps and bounds in the 21st century, we fail to value some of the most important things of life. More often than not, they form the backbone of our progress and give us our own identity in this era of globalisation. This ancient classical language is a plethora of knowledge useful even in this century. We only need to use it judiciously in the right way and it is never too late to learn. The book contains main things related to Sanskrit language and literature." (jacket)

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