Kadambari is a Sanskrit romance by Bāṇabhaṭṭa, telling the story of a divine love affair. It is considered one of the earliest novels in the world and is celebrated for its intricate prose and poetic descriptions.
Sources for Bāṇabhaṭṭa — Kadambari
Bāṇabhaṭṭa — Kadambari in First Novels
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