Maha Prasthanam
Poem anthology by Srirangam Srinivasarao
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Maha Prasthanam is a Telugu-language anthology of poems written by Srirangam Srinivasarao. It is considered an epic and magnum opus in modern Indian poetry. [1][2][3] The work is a compilation of poetry written between 1930 and 1940.[4] When it was published in 1950, it redefined the Telugu literary world. Maha Prasthanam meaning The Great Journey to a New World, was also made into an Indian movie by the same name.[5] The book was reprinted for the 31st time in 2010.[6]
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| Author | Srirangam Srinivasarao |
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| Language | Telugu |
| Genre | Poetry |
| Publication date | 1950 |
| Publication place | India |
Honour
Sri Sri garnered the honoured title of Mahakavi (The Great Poet) after writing this epic.
