A History of Indian Philosophy

by Surendranath Dasgupta

In this benchmark five-volume study, originally published between 1922 and 1955, Surendranath Dasgupta examines the principal schools of thought that define Indian philosophy. A unifying force greater than art, literature, religion, or science, Professor Dasgupta describes philosophy as the most important achievement of Indian thought, arguing that an understanding of its history is necessary to appreciate the significance and potentialities of India's complex culture. Volume I offers an examination of the Vedas and the Brahmanas, the earlier Upanisads, and the six systems of Indian philosophy.

Genres: Philosophy, India, History, Nonfiction

548 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1922

Reviews

[paulo hayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Good Book for students and yoga teachers.


The History of indian Philosophy is an excellent Book, volume I, for serious students, yoga teachers, and lovers of india. I do recommend it.

[Anil · Rating 2 out of 5]

The book itself is monumental, brilliantly researched and presented. The kindle edition however is practically unreadable: scanned and machine converted. Unfortunate disservice to a great book.