Arvind Raghunathan Professor Of South Asian Studies Sheldon Pollock

About the Author

Arvind Raghunathan, Professor of South Asian Studies and distinguished scholar Sheldon Pollock, is a preeminent figure in the field of comparative literature and cultural history. Renowned for his groundbreaking work on Sanskrit literature and its enduring influence across Asia, Pollock has dedicated his career to bridging ancient texts with contemporary global discourses. As a professor at Columbia University and former mentor at institutions worldwide, he explores the intersections of language, power, and identity in South Asian traditions. His editorial contributions, including The Longman Anthology of World Literature: The Twentieth Century, Volume F, have made complex literary histories accessible to a broad audience, fostering a deeper appreciation for the world's diverse narrative heritage. Through his scholarship, Pollock continues to illuminate the vitality of non-Western literary canons in shaping modern thought.