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About The Book: "Miscellaneous Essays" by H. T. Colebrooke, published in two volumes, is a comprehensive collection of essays exploring various aspects of Indian culture, language, literature, and science. Colebrooke, a renowned British orientalist and scholar, delves into subjects such as Sanskrit literature, Hindu law, philosophy, and mathematics. His meticulous research and profound insights into Indian civilization offer a detailed understanding of its complexities and contributions to global knowledge. These essays not only reflect Colebrooke's expertise and deep engagement with Indian studies but also serve as significant scholarly resources for understanding the rich heritage and intellectual traditions of India. About The Author: Henry Thomas Colebrooke (1765–1837) was an eminent English orientalist and botanist, recognized as the first great Sanskrit scholar in Europe. Appointed by the East India Company, he held various administrative roles in India, where he began his pioneering study of Sanskrit. His works include significant translations of Hindu legal texts and essays on Indian law, religion, and botany. Colebrooke co-founded the Royal Astronomical and Royal Asiatic Societies and contributed extensively to the understanding of Indian culture and science through his scholarly writings, including "Miscellaneous Essays" in two volumes. The Title 'Miscellaneous Essays: A Comprehensive Collection of Essays Exploring Various Aspects of Indian Culture, Language, Science, Sanskrit Literature, Hindu Law, Philosophy, and Mathematics written/authored/edited by H. T. Colebrooke', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789364335133 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 455 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 2.34 x 10.59 cms Vol: 1st