Carnatic Chronology: The Hindu and Mahomedan Methods of Reckoning Time Explained; With Essays on the Systems, Symbols Used for Numerals, a New Titular Method of Historical Records, and Other Subjects

Carnatic Chronology by Charles Philip Brown explores the methods of time reckoning in Hindu and Muslim traditions, specifically focusing on the Carnatic region of India. Brown explains the different systems used for measuring time, including the symbols for numerals, and introduces a new titular method for historical records. The book also discusses the various symbols and systems of numeration in both cultures, providing a detailed analysis of how time was historically recorded and understood. Brown’s work is a significant contribution to the study of historical chronology and timekeeping in South India, highlighting the rich cultural and mathematical traditions.