Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "The Lay of Alha" is a monumental epic of Rajput chivalry, capturing the legendary exploits of the warrior brothers Alha and Udal. Rooted in the oral traditions of Northern India, particularly the Bundelkhand region, this saga has been sung for generations by wandering minstrels. The work centers on the twelfth-century battles between the Chandelas of Mahoba and the Rai of Delhi, Prithviraj Chauhan, depicting a world of martial honor, loyalty, and tragic heroism.This English rendition, primarily translated into ballad metre by William Waterfield and supplemented with detailed abstracts by Sir George Grierson, brings the vibrant spirit of Indian folk poetry to a wider audience. The narrative weaves together historical events and mythological elements, illustrating the ethical codes and social structures of medieval India. Readers will find a rich tapestry of heroic encounters, courtly intrigue, and the enduring cultural heritage of the Rajput people. As a significant piece of world literature, "The Lay of Alha" serves as a vital bridge to understanding the folklore and heroic cycles that have shaped the cultural identity of Northern India.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025786056

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The Lay of Alha : A Saga of Rajput Chivalry as Sung by Minstrels of Northern India, Partly Translated in English Ballad Metre by the Late William Waterfield . With an Introduction and Abstracts of the Untranslated Portions, by Sir George Grierson

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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'The Lay of Alha' is a monumental epic of Rajput chivalry, capturing the legendary exploits of the warrior brothers Alha and Udal. Rooted in the oral traditions of Northern India, particularly the Bundelkhand region, this saga has been sung for generations by wandering minstrels. The work centers on the twelfth-century battles between the Chandelas of Mahoba and the Rai of Delhi, Prithviraj Chauhan, depicting a world of martial honor, loyalty, and tragic heroism.This English rendition, primarily translated into ballad metre by William Waterfield and supplemented with detailed abstracts by Sir George Grierson, brings the vibrant spirit of Indian folk poetry to a wider audience. The narrative weaves together historical events and mythological elements, illustrating the ethical codes and social structures of medieval India. Readers will find a rich tapestry of heroic encounters, courtly intrigue, and the enduring cultural heritage of the Rajput people. As a significant piece of world literature, 'The Lay of Alha' serves as a vital bridge to understanding the folklore and heroic cycles that have shaped the cultural identity of Northern India.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025786056

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