Nala and Damayanti and Other Poems by Henry Hart Milman

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Author Milman, Henry Hart, 1791-1868
Title Nala and Damayanti and Other Poems
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Summary "Nala and Damayanti and Other Poems" by Henry Hart Milman is a collection of narrative poems translated from Sanskrit, crafted in the 19th century. The central theme unfolds the poignant tale of Nala, a king beset by misfortune, and his devoted wife Damayanti, whose love and loyalty face trials from divine and earthly forces alike. The work provides insights into Indian mythology, intertwining the magnificent lifestyles of legendary characters with deep emotional currents. At the start of this collection, Milman outlines the tale of Nala, the mighty king of Nishadha, and his beloved Damayanti. The opening chapters depict their backgrounds and the blossoming of their love, stirringly illustrated through a meeting facilitated by celestial swans who praise Nala’s virtues to Damayanti. As the couple's fate intertwines, the narrative prepares for the challenges they will soon encounter, with themes of love, sacrifice, and the capricious nature of fortune already beginning to emerge, setting the stage for their epic journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
Subject Sanskrit poetry -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 19529
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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