Ancient Ballads and Legends of Hindustan

Toru Dutt (1856-1877) was a pioneering figure in Indian English literature, whose work carved a unique space in the literary pantheon of the late 19th century. Born into an affluent and cultured family in Bengal, Dutt was proficient in several languages, including Bengali, English, and French. She received her education in Europe, which influenced the intermingling of Western and Eastern literary ...