"The Recognition of Sakuntala" is an ancient Indian play that tells the story of a beautiful woman named Sakuntala who lives in a hermitage and falls in love with King Dushyant. After a series of misunderstandings and a curse that causes the king to forget Sakuntala, the two are eventually reunited when a fisherman finds the royal signet ring that Dushyant gave Sakuntala, leading to her recognition. The play is a classic example of the Indian dramatic tradition, with its mix of romance, comedy, and elements of the supernatural.

The book is a 700-verse Hindu scripture that is part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. It takes the form of a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer. On the battlefield of Kurukshetra, just as the war is about to begin, Arjuna is filled with doubt and moral dilemma about fighting in the battle. Krishna imparts spiritual wisdom and guidance to Arjuna, addressing his concerns and leading him through a profound discourse on various philosophical concepts, including the nature of life, the soul, and one's duties. The text covers topics such as righteousness, devotion, and the paths to spiritual liberation, ultimately encouraging Arjuna to rise to his duty as a warrior with the understanding that the true self is eternal and beyond physical conflict.

This ancient Indian text is a guide to virtuous and gracious living that discusses the nature of love, family life, and other aspects pertaining to pleasure-oriented faculties of human life. It is a comprehensive manual on the art of love and sexual behavior, providing detailed advice on courtship, marriage, and the act of lovemaking. The text, while often associated solely with sexual positions, covers a wide range of topics including the duties and privileges of a wife, advice for courtesans, and methods to attract others.

"Meghadūta" is an ancient Indian Sanskrit poem in which a Yaksha (a nature spirit) sends a message to his distant wife through a cloud, or "meghaduta". The Yaksha has been exiled for a year due to neglecting his duties, and is pining for his beloved. The poem beautifully describes the Yaksha's longing, the journey of the cloud, and the various landscapes, cities, and hermitages it passes over on its way. The cloud is asked to convey the Yaksha's deep love and longing to his wife, providing an evocative exploration of love, longing, and separation.

"Tales from the Kathasaritsagara" is a collection of ancient Indian stories written in Sanskrit. The book is a compilation of legends, folktales, and myths, including tales of gods, goddesses, kings, queens, and commoners, as well as animals and supernatural beings. The stories are filled with wit, humor, wisdom, and moral lessons, offering a fascinating insight into the rich cultural and literary heritage of ancient India.