Download or read book History and Development of Prakrit Literature written by Jagdish Chandra Jain and published by Manohar Publishers and Distributors. This book was released on 2004 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Book Traces The Important Role Played By Prakrit Language And Narrative Literature In The Development Of Indian Languages And Literature. This Is Considered To Be The First Attempt Ever, By Any Indian Or Foreign Scholar In This Field. The Manifold Contributions Of Prakrit In The Field Of Ardhamagadhi, Sauraseni, Maharastri And Paisachi Language And Literature, Development Of Narrative Literature In Maharastri, Contributions In The Field Of Sanskrit Poetics And Drama Have All Been Incorporated In This Rare Publication.