The Bhagavad Gita, a small section of the massive Sanskrit epic the Mahabharata, is one of the central texts of Indian culture and philosophy, and one of the great works of world literature. It has been translated into English many times since 1785, and has had a profound influence in America, beginning with the transcendentalists and continuing today. It is taught in introductory world literature, religion, and Eastern religion courses, and is often prescribed in yoga teacher training courses because it explains the core principles of Vedic philosophy, which are central to yoga practice.Some of the currently available translations are in verse and, while well crafted, often do not accurately reflect the forms, sounds, and rhythms of the original. Older scholarly translations convey little feel for language. George Thompson's intention is to be as accurate and engaging as possible, and to create a translation that has scholarly bona fides, literary sensibility, and greater accuracy than previous translations. He emphasizes the social, historical, literary, and philosophical contexts surrounding the text.
His introduction explains the development of Hindu thought and where the philosophy of the "Gita" fits historically, along with a history of the text and its place in Indian literature and philosophy and history.
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Höhe: 216 mm
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978-0-86547-744-5 (9780865477445)
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George Thompson was a writer known for his exploration of social issues, morality, and the complexities of urban life. His most notable work is Venus in Boston: A Romance of City Life, a novel that delves into the exploitation of vulnerable individuals in the context of a rapidly industrializing and morally complex city. Thompson's writing often addressed themes of poverty, class disparity, and the moral struggles faced by his characters, particularly focusing on the lives of women in precarious social positions.
In Venus in Boston, Thompson critiques the social and economic inequalities of America, focusing on the character of Fanny Aubrey, a young, impoverished fruit vendor in Boston. Through Fanny's struggles, the novel exposes the dangers of urban life, especially for women, and highlights the tension between innocence and societal corruption. The narrative also touches on themes of virtue, resilience, and the desire for social mobility in a world rife with exploitation. His works, especially Venus in Boston, offer valuable insight into the moral and social concerns of his era. His stories contributed to the broader tradition of social realism in American literature.
