A history of classical Malay literature/ [electronic resource] Fang, Liaw Yock.

By:

Fang, Liaw Yock

Language: English Publication details: Singapore : Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, 2013.ISBN:

9789814459884
9789814459891

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DDC classification:

899.2

LOC classification:

PL5130

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In: ISEAS e-booksSummary: This is a detailed, narrative-based history of Classical Malay Literature. It covers a wide range of Malay texts, including folk literature; the influence of the Indian epics and shadow theatre literature; Panji tales; the transition from Hindu to Muslim literary models; Muslim literature; framed tales; theological literature; historical literature; legal codes; and the dominant forms of poetry, the pantun and syair.The Author describes the background to each of these particular literary periods. He engages in depth with specific texts, their various manuscripts, and their contents.

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This is a detailed, narrative-based history of Classical Malay Literature. It covers a wide range of Malay texts, including folk literature; the influence of the Indian epics and shadow theatre literature; Panji tales; the transition from Hindu to Muslim literary models; Muslim literature; framed tales; theological literature; historical literature; legal codes; and the dominant forms of poetry, the pantun and syair.The Author describes the background to each of these particular literary periods. He engages in depth with specific texts, their various manuscripts, and their contents.

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