Works
Dr. Hazari Prasad Dwivedi’s contributions to Indian creative and critical writings are phenomenal and his interests diverse.
He wrote the following important works in Literary History and Criticism:
- Sahitya ki Bhumika
- Hindi Sahitya ka Adikala
The above writings of his gave a new direction to the history of criticism in the Hindi literature.
He also published his historical analysis of medieval religious life of India in following books:
- Kabir
- Madhyakalin Dharma Sadhana
- Natha Sampradaya
His work on medieval saint Kabir is considered a masterpiece, and is a thoroughly researched analysis of Kabir's thought, works, and teachings.
He was also am eminent novelist. His novels revolved around Historical themes and personages. His following Historical Novels are considered classics:
- Banbhatta Ki Atmakatha (1946)
- Anamdas Ka Potha
- Punarnava
- Charu-chandra-Lekha
He was also a great essayist. Some of his memorable essays are:
- Nakhoon Kyon Barhte Hain (Why do the nails grow)
- Ashok ke phool
- Kutaj
- Alok Parva (Collection)
He also translated many works from English and other languages to Hindi. These include:
- Prabandha Chintamani (from Prakrit)
- Puratan Prabandha Sangraha
- Vishva Parichay
- Lal Kaner
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