Natyasastram (combo set) by M.M. Ghosh | English Translation of Bharata’s Natya Shastra | Chaukhamba Publications

“Natyasastram” by M.M. Ghosh, published by Chaukhamba Publications, is a scholarly English translation and commentary on the timeless Sanskrit treatise Nāṭyaśāstra, attributed to Sage Bharata. This (combo set) provides an extensive, structured, and academic view of India’s earliest and most influential work on dramaturgy, performance, and aesthetics.

The Nāṭyaśāstra, often considered the fifth Veda, outlines the foundations of classical Indian drama, dance, music, emotions (Rasas), stage design, acting techniques, costumes, and the spiritual significance of performing arts. M.M. Ghosh’s work offers critical notes, original verse translations, and interpretive commentary, making it an essential resource for serious students and researchers of Indian aesthetics, theatre arts, and classical literature.

✨ Key Features

• Complete English translation of Nāṭyaśāstra by Sage Bharata

• Includes original Sanskrit shlokas with detailed commentary

• Ideal for research in Indian dramaturgy and aesthetic theory

• Discusses Rasa theory, Abhinaya, Nritta, Nataka structure, and more

• Suitable for universities, scholars, and classical art institutions

• Authentic edition by Chaukhamba Publications

✅ Why Read This Book?

• To understand the roots of Indian theatre and dance traditions

• For academic research in Indian aesthetics and performing arts

• An authoritative source on Rasa and Bhava theory

• Prescribed in multiple universities for Indian art and Sanskrit studies

• A vital reference for Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Natya students

👤 Best For

• Classical dance and drama students (Bharatanatyam, Kathak, etc.)

• Sanskrit scholars and translators

• Researchers of Indian aesthetic theory (Rasa–Bhava)

• Institutions offering Indian classical performing arts

• Professors and MA/PhD students of Indian literature & culture