Handbook of Oriental Studies

Tamil Literature
By Kamil Zvelebil
Sanskrit loanwords give Tamil , according to V. V. S. Aiyar , depth and stateliness ( kampīram ) and do not deprive it of dignity at all . Consequently , his diction is richly Sanskritized . 6.5 . Short Forms . 6.5.1 .
Tamil Literature
By M. S. Purnalingam Pillai
Agasthiar - Many are the legends associated with the name of this renowned ascetic whose fame exercises a peculiar charm over the minds and hearts of all lovers of Tamil . 1hree of them stand foremost that relate to the supposed origin ...