Pratyabhijnana by Kirtinath Kurtakoti

Pratyabhijnana by Kirtinath Kurtakoti is an authoritative Kannada work exploring themes of literary cognition, self-recognition, and cultural identity. Authored by the celebrated critic Kirtinath Kurtakoti, this book reflects his style of deep critical analysis and scholarly insight into Kannada literature and aesthetics—focusing on the concept of recognition (pratyabhijña) both as a philosophical and literary motif. It remains invaluable for scholars and students studying Kannada poetics and literary theory. Originally published under the Manohara Grantha Mala series, Pratyabhijnana by Kirtinath Kurtakoti is a must-read for anyone interested in Kannada literary criticism and thought