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This is a reprint edition of the original book, first published in 1928. The entire book is printed in black and white. About The Book: "Shri Krishnavatara Lila Composed in Kashmiri" by George Abraham Grierson is a scholarly study and translation of a Kashmiri devotional poem centered on the divine exploits of Lord Krishna. Grierson explores the literary, linguistic, and cultural dimensions of this regional retelling of Krishna’s life, highlighting its poetic structure, themes of divine love and heroism, and its place in Kashmiri spiritual tradition. The work preserves a rare example of Kashmiri religious literature and showcases Grierson’s expertise in Indian vernacular texts and linguistics. About The Author: George Abraham Grierson (1851–1941) was an Irish linguist and civil servant in British India, renowned for directing the monumental Linguistic Survey of India (1898–1928). Documenting 179 languages and 544 dialects, his work remains foundational in South Asian linguistics. A scholar of Indian languages, folklore, and literature, Grierson also published studies on Hindi, bhakti poetry, and Zulu. Honoured with knighthood and global recognition, he bridged philology with colonial administration, preserving India’s linguistic heritage through rigorous documentation and comparative analysis. The Title 'Shri Krishnavatara Lila Composed In Kashmiri written/authored/edited by George Abraham Grierson', published in the year 1928. The ISBN 9789372254884 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 272 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is India. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.