Loom Of Time
Step into the world of classical Sanskrit's most celebrated voice. Kalidasa stands as a towering figure in literary history, though the precise century of his genius remains delightfully mysterious. This collection gathers three of his finest works in fresh, luminous translation that brings ancient artistry vividly to life. Sakuntala enchants with its peculiar blend of courtly drama, romantic entanglement, and humorous flourishes woven through an almost fairy-tale narrative. The Cloud Messenger offers something altogether different: a haunting meditation on distance and longing, layered with philosophical depth. Completing the trio is The Gathering of the Seasons, an unjustly overlooked poem brimming with sensual celebration of love's realisation. Together, these texts reveal why Kalidasa captivated the ancient world so thoroughly that poets measured their own worth against his standard. His influence runs so deep that literary tradition simply stopped counting after him, declaring his craft without equal. Whether you're encountering him for the first time or rediscovering these classics, you'll find language that still moves, surprises, and resonates across the centuries.
- Author: KALIDASA
- Publisher: Penguin India
- Genre: Plays & Drama
- ISBN: 978-0192853615
- Pages: 344 pages