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About The Book: A Second Handful of Popular Maxims Current in Sanskrit Literature by George Adolphus Jacob continues his exploration of classical Sanskrit wisdom through a curated collection of maxims drawn from ancient texts. Each saying is presented in its original Sanskrit, accompanied by English translation and explanatory commentary. The work highlights moral, philosophical, and practical teachings prevalent in Indian culture, offering insight into the values and thought systems of traditional Hindu society. Designed for students, scholars, and admirers of Sanskrit literature, this volume deepens understanding of India's intellectual heritage and reflects Jacob’s scholarly effort to make Eastern wisdom accessible to Western audiences. About The Author: George Adolphus Jacob (1846–1918) was a British scholar and Indologist known for his deep engagement with Sanskrit literature and Hindu philosophy. His major works include A Handful of Popular Maxims Current in Sanskrit Literature, where he compiled and interpreted widely known Sanskrit aphorisms, offering insights into Indian ethical and cultural thought. He also translated and analyzed key philosophical texts such as The Vedantasara in A Manual of Hindu Pantheism and the Mahanarayana-Upanishad. His Concordance to the Principal Upanishads and Bhagavadgītā is a valuable reference for scholars. Jacob's works bridged Indian philosophical traditions and Western scholarship with clarity and respect. The Title 'A Second Handful of Popular Maxims Current in Sanskrit Literature written/authored/edited by George Adolphus Jacob', published in the year 1909. The ISBN 9789371338752 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 108 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Literature. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: