Prem Sagar: Or the Ocean of Love
Prem Sagar: Or the Ocean of Love
Prem Sagar: Or the Ocean of Love by Shri Lallu Lal Kab Translator: Edward B. Eastwick is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 293 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.
What it's about
**Prem Sagar: Or the Ocean of Love**, originally written by Shri Lallu Lal and translated by Edward B. Eastwick, is a pioneering work in modern Hindi literature. Composed between 1804–1810 in Khari Boli, it narrates the life and divine exploits of Lord Krishna, particularly based on the tenth book of the *Bhagavata Purana*. The book marks a linguistic shift from Persianized Hindustani to a more Sanskritized Hindi, laying the foundation for contemporary Hindi prose. Eastwick's English translation broadened its reach, preserving its devotional and literary value while making it accessible to a global audience interested in Indian culture and language.
Book details
- Author: Shri Lallu Lal Kab Translator: Edward B. Eastwick
- Format: Paperback & Hardcover
- Pages: 293
- Publisher: Gyan Books
- Published: 1851
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Prem Sagar: Or the Ocean of Love is written by Shri Lallu Lal Kab Translator: Edward B. Eastwick.
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