References

Mathematics in India (2009)

Kim Plofker — Princeton University Press

Comprehensive history of Indian mathematics from ancient to early modern periods.

The Crest of the Peacock: Non-European Roots of Mathematics (2011)

George Gheverghese Joseph — Princeton University Press

Explores mathematical traditions outside Europe, with significant coverage of India.

Jyotiḥśāstra: Astral and Mathematical Literature (1981)

David Pingree — Harrassowitz

Authoritative reference on Indian astronomical and mathematical literature.

Sūrya-Siddhānta: A Text-Book of Hindu Astronomy (1858)

Ebenezer Burgess (trans.) — American Oriental Society

Classic translation of one of the foundational Indian astronomical texts.

Dravyaguna Vijnana (1999)

P.V. Sharma — Chaukhamba Bharati Academy

Fundamental text on Ayurvedic pharmacology.

The Roots of Ayurveda (2003)

Dominik Wujastyk — Penguin Classics

Selected readings from Sanskrit medical writings with commentary.

Indian Philosophy (2 vols.) (1923)

Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan — George Allen & Unwin

Classic survey of major Indian philosophical schools.

Perception: An Essay on Classical Indian Theories of Knowledge (1986)

B.K. Matilal — Oxford University Press

Rigorous analysis of epistemology in Indian tradition.

The Hindu Temple (2 vols.) (1946)

Stella Kramrisch — University of Calcutta

Foundational study of Hindu temple architecture and symbolism.

The Ragas of Northern Indian Music (1968)

Alain Daniélou — Barrie & Rockliff

Detailed exploration of the raga system in Hindustani music.

Classical Indian Dance in Literature and the Arts (1968)

Kapila Vatsyayan — Sangeet Natak Akademi

Comprehensive work on the classical dance forms of India.