The Mahavamsa (1908)

The Mahavamsa is a historical and religious text that was written in Sri Lanka in the 5th century CE. It is considered one of the most important works of Sinhalese literature and provides a detailed account of the history of Sri Lanka from the arrival of Prince Vijaya in 543 BCE to the reign of King Mahasena in the 4th century CE. The book also includes information on the Buddha's visits to Sri Lanka and the establishment of Buddhism on the island. Wilhelm Geiger's 1908 translation of The Mahavamsa is considered one of the most authoritative and comprehensive translations of the text. Geiger was a German scholar who specialized in Indology and had a deep understanding of the language and culture of Sri Lanka. In addition to the translation, Geiger also includes extensive footnotes and commentary that provide context and insight into the historical and religious significance of the text. Overall, The Mahavamsa is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Sri Lanka, as well as the development of Buddhism in Southeast Asia. Geiger's translation is particularly useful for scholars and students of Indology, as well as anyone interested in the history of translation and cross-cultural exchange.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.