World Heritage Site: Ajanta Caves
Publication Year: 2024
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHE49B89DEFFD
Summary
Miraji's poem 'The Caves of Ajanta' redefines imagination as a dynamic, impersonal terrain shaped by time and influenced by Buddhist self-conceptions. The study reveals that Miraji's work challenges traditional notions of individual identity and the geography of Ajanta itself, suggesting a fluid, permeable personhood. By analyzing the poem within his broader oeuvre, the research demonstrates how imagination can reshape categories of life and creativity, contributing to a deeper understanding of both literary and cultural landscapes.
Citation
Hartman, M. (2024). In the Pool of Imagination: Diving into Miraji’s “The Caves of Ajanta”. South Asian History and Culture, 15(3), 315–333. https://doi.org/10.1080/19472498.2024.2371248
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