Vikram and the Vampire Or Tales of Hindu Devilry
May 2019 · Otbebookpublishing
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'The genius of Eastern nations,' says an established and respectable authority, 'was, from the earliest times, much turned towards invention and the love of fiction. The Indians, the Persians, and the Arabians, were all famous for their fables. Amongst the ancient Greeks we hear of the Ionian and Milesian tales, but they have now perished, and, from every account that we hear of them, appear to have been loose and indelicate.' (Goodreads)
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Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was a British explorer, geographer, translator, writer, soldier, and diplomat whose life reads like an adventure novel. Renowned for his extraordinary linguistic prowess, Burton spoke 29 languages and numerous dialects, a skill that allowed him to penetrate cultures often closed to Westerners. His most famous journey was his pilgrimage to Mecca in 1853, a perilous endeavor for a non-Muslim that he accomplished by disguising himself as a Muslim pilgrim, a feat that would intrigue any modern reader fascinated by tales of daring and disguise.Burton's translations of classic works, such as the "Kama Sutra" and "The Arabian Nights," brought these texts to the English-speaking world, albeit not without controversy. His unexpurgated versions challenged Victorian norms and provoked debates on sexuality and morality, making him a revolutionary figure in the fight against censorship.A man of contradictions, Burton was both a product of his time and a critic of its colonial attitudes. His ethnographic works often displayed a deep respect for the cultures he studied, even as he operated within the imperialist framework of 19th-century Britain. This duality makes him a compelling figure for contemporary readers interested in the complexities of cultural exchange and the legacies of colonialism.Burton's influence extends to contemporary writers and adventurers who admire his relentless curiosity and fearless spirit. His life and works continue to inspire those who seek to understand the world in all its diversity and complexity.
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