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Ayurvedic literature in Urdu.
S A Husain1, V K Bhatnagar, M Ali
1Indian Institute of History of Medicine, Hyderabad, India.
Bulletin of the Indian Institute of History of Medicine (Hyderabad)
|February 25, 2003
Summary
This article highlights seven rare Urdu books published between the 19th and mid-20th centuries. It appreciates the scholarly efforts behind these valuable literary works from the Indian subcontinent.
Area of Science:
- Linguistics
- Literary Studies
- South Asian Studies
Background:
- Urdu language development during the Mughal Empire in India.
- Significance of Urdu as a literary and spoken language in the Indian subcontinent.
Observation:
- Focus on seven rare Urdu books compiled and published from the 19th century to the first half of the 20th century.
- Exploration of literary contributions during a specific historical period.
Findings:
- Identification and brief overview of significant, albeit rare, Urdu literary works.
- Acknowledgement of the scholarly endeavors in preserving and disseminating Urdu literature.
Implications:
- Contributes to the understanding of Urdu literary history.
- Highlights the importance of rare book collections for cultural heritage preservation.
- Underscores the value of scholarly dedication in the field of Urdu studies.
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