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Basava Puranam is a classic of Kannada literature, recounting the life and teachings of the revered saint and philosopher Basavanna. Written in the twelfth century, this work is a poetic and deeply spiritual exploration of the nature of God and the human soul, as well as a critique of caste, corruption, and religious dogma. This new edition includes a translation and introduction by acclaimed scholar Velcheru Narayana Rao, as well as an extensive afterword and notes.

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