Description
Elements of South-Indian Palæography by A. C. Burnell (1840-1882) is a foundational work in the study of ancient South Indian scripts. It provides a detailed analysis of the evolution of writing systems like Brahmi, Grantha, and Vatteluttu from the 4th to the 17th century CE. Burnell includes inscriptions, facsimiles, and transliterations, making it a valuable resource for historians, epigraphists, and linguists. The book laid the groundwork for further research in South Indian historical and linguistic studies.
