About the Book: The Book of Bihari Literature
Bihar has a long history that dates back to the foundation of the kingdom of
Magadha in southern Bihar. Over the centuries, several dynasties ruled Magadha
and gave rise to two of Indias greatest empires-the Maurya and the Gupta
empires. Both empires witnessed great advancements in mathematics, astronomy,
literature, philosophy, science, statecraft, and the emergence of new religions
such as Buddhism and Jainism. The Book of Bihari Literature is the first-ever
attempt to present a glimpse of the rich world of Bihari literature in English
translation from among the many languages spoken in Bihar, such as Magahi,
Bhojpuri, Maithili,