{"product_id":"outlines-of-indian-philosophy","title":"Outlines of Indian Philosophy","description":"\u003cem data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eOutlines of Indian Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"183\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e M. Hiriyanna\u003cbr data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"213\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackie \u0026amp; Son\u003cbr data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"242\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1979\u003cbr data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"260\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 413\u003cbr data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"276\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 inch x 8 inch\u003cbr data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"295\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"307\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\r\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003eM. Hiriyanna’s \u003cem data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eOutlines of Indian Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative and comprehensive introductions to Indian philosophical traditions available in English. Originally developed from a series of lectures given to students, the book masterfully balances academic rigor with readability, making it ideal for both scholars and general readers seeking an entry point into India's philosophical heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eSpanning 413 pages, this 1979 edition delves into the historical evolution of Indian philosophy, tracing its roots from the Vedas and Upanishads through the development of the six orthodox schools—Nyāya, Vaiśeṣika, Sāṃkhya, Yoga, Mīmāṃsā, and Vedānta—as well as the heterodox systems such as Buddhism, Jainism, and materialist traditions like Cārvāka. Hiriyanna brings to life the distinct metaphysical, epistemological, and ethical concerns of each school, placing them within the broader cultural and spiritual context of ancient and classical India.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eWhat sets this work apart is Hiriyanna’s ability to distill complex philosophical ideas into clear and structured prose. He articulates the central tenets of each system with fairness and precision, while also offering critical insight into their interrelationships and points of divergence. This helps the reader not only understand each system in isolation but also appreciate the dialogical and often contentious nature of philosophical discourse in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003eThroughout the book, Hiriyanna emphasizes the unique approach Indian philosophers took toward life’s ultimate questions—regarding the nature of reality, the self, liberation (moksha), and the means to attain it. His treatment is both sympathetic and analytical, combining a historian’s method with a philosopher’s sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003eThis edition, published by Blackie \u0026amp; Son, is presented in a handy 5 by 8-inch paperback format, making it portable and easy to reference. 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