Jain Journal 1999 01

Author(s): Jain Bhawan Publication
Publisher: Jain Bhawan Publication

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BOOK REVIEW
119 The Great Kushana Testament is an exceptionally well-written text with copious notes and bibliographical references. Every statement of Professor Mukherjee is authenticated by means of well-documented references. The books and journals consulted by the author are so rare and precious that unless one has an exceptionally rich private collection, it is difficult to accumulate all these references from one library. Rare Chinese and Greek sources are one of the remarkable features of this book. The method of research framed in this book is of a unique type and this treatise will act as a model for research work for the future generations to come. The book is also written in a very good florid and forceful style which is seldom seen in a foot-noted and serious book like the present one. In conclusion, it can be said that the Great Kushana Testament is one of the best contributions to the Kushana history at the end of the present century and every student of Indian history and culture must peruse this book as a part and parcel of his academic curriculum.
Satya Ranjan Banerjee