The Metamorphosis of Sona, a Hindú Tale: With a Glossary, Descriptive of the Mythology of the Sastras (Classic Reprint)

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TH E Author of this work was induced to relate in verse, the following legendary tale from the Vayém Purc'mé, at the suggestion of an ingenious and much esteemed friend; who, intending to write upon a sub ject connected with H indz'cst'kén, imagined such a poem might be properly introduced into it. The verses were not, however, expected to exceed the number of two or three hundred lines; nor were they, by any means, intended to enter very deeply into the doctrines of the H indz'r religion, or into a very accurate description Or illustration of H indz't manners. As, however, the work advanced, the contemplation of those subjects continued to af ford increasing pleasure, and to excite fresh interest; and it was determined to introduce such ornaments.

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