Indian conception of values

by Mysore Hiriyanna

Indian Conception of Values, first published in 1975, is considered by many as Prof. M. Hiriyanna’s magnum-opus. The professor who famously said that ‘Indian philosophy is essentially a philosophy of values’ discusses the subject of values at great length in this treatise, a subject not restricted to a particular branch of Indian philosophy but rather one that has inspired the intellectual investigation as a whole, its influence visible in every aspect of Indian philosophic thought. Prof. Hiriyanna’s profound knowledge of the subject, his keen sense of analysis, his insight into the Indian mind, and his lucid language with carefully chosen words all come together to make this work a veritable treasure.

372 pages, Unknown Binding

Published January 1, 1975

About the author

Mysore Hiriyanna (1871–1950) was one of the foremost writers on Indian philosophy who lived in the last century. His prominent works include Indian Conception of Values, Outlines of Indian Philosophy, Quest after Perfection and Art Experience. His books are held in hundreds of libraries, even outside India.
Professor M Hiriyanna was born in Mysore on May 7, 1871. Having obtained his M.A from the Madras Christian College, he joined as a librarian at the Mysore Oriental Library, (now, the Oriental Research Institute, Mysore) and at a later stage of his career he went on to become the curator of the institute. In an intervening period, he served as an Assistant Master and later as the Head Master at the Mysore Normal School.
He joined the newly established Mysore University as a lecturer in Sanskrit and was promoted as a professor of Sanskrit and Philosophy during 1918 - 1927. His works show clarity, precision and brevity.

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