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Kalila and Dimna,New
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This masterful translation of one of the most popular books of world literature makes available to an English readership the animal tales known collectively as Kalila and Dimna. Named after the two jackals of Pancatantra fame, this collection of stories is based on a 12thcentury Persian translation of an 8thcentury original Arabic rendition by Ibn alMuqaffa. Set within a frame narrative of counsels given to the Raja of India by his Brahmin minister, the engaging tales about cats and mice, storks and crabs, tortoises and geese, owls and crows, and princes and ascetics, function as cautionary illustrations of human predicaments and alltoohuman vices and virtues. Far from being a collection of childrens fables, Kalila and Dimna is a Machiavellian mirror for princes containing advice on how to preserve oneself from ones enemies and get ahead at court and in life. The dialogues that constitute the bulk of the narrative harbor a dramatic immediacy, exerting a powerful effect even on a modernday reader.'Maria Subtelny, University of Toronto
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Kalila and Dimna'? A: 'Kalila and Dimna' explores themes of morality, politics, and human behavior through animal fables, offering cautionary tales that illustrate the vices and virtues of humanity.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Kalila and Dimna'? A: The book is authored by Nasrullah Munshi, who provides a masterful translation of this classic work.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Kalila and Dimna'? A: 'Kalila and Dimna' was published on September 2, 2019.
- Q: How many pages does 'Kalila and Dimna' have? A: 'Kalila and Dimna' contains a total of 240 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Kalila and Dimna' have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Is 'Kalila and Dimna' suitable for children? A: While it contains animal fables, 'Kalila and Dimna' is not specifically a children's book; it includes themes that may be more suitable for an adult audience.
- Q: What is the significance of the stories in 'Kalila and Dimna'? A: The stories serve as a Machiavellian mirror for princes, offering insights on power dynamics and strategies for navigating court life.
- Q: Can 'Kalila and Dimna' be used for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'Kalila and Dimna' is often used in educational contexts to discuss ethics, literature, and cultural history.
- Q: What style of writing is used in 'Kalila and Dimna'? A: 'Kalila and Dimna' features engaging dialogues and narratives that maintain dramatic immediacy, appealing to both historical and modern readers.
- Q: What makes 'Kalila and Dimna' unique compared to other fable collections? A: 'Kalila and Dimna' is unique due to its historical depth, cultural significance, and the philosophical insights it offers through its animal characters.