Title in ENGLISH : This book is a comprehensive examination of one of the earliest preserved Indian texts in mathematics and astronomy. Originally composed in 499 AD by the eminent scholar Aryabhata, this work is divided into four sections, encompassing a wide array of astronomical and mathematical knowledge from ancient India. Clarks translation, based on the 1874 edition by Kern, addresses the texts historical significance, its methodological innovations, and its profound impact on subsequent scientific works. The translator provides detailed notes and references to earlier and parallel works, such as the Suryasiddhanta and Varahamihiras abstracts, offering insights into the context and evolution of Indian astronomy.

ISBN 13: 9789359449562

ISBN 10: 9359449563

Edition: New Delhi

Year: 2024

Language: ENGLISH

Binding: Hardbound

Subject(s): Philosophy, Religion