Tamil Literary Bibliography: Consolidated Scholars & Works
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1. Poets and Modern Prose Researchers
- Mahakavi Bharathiar: His poems and nationalistic contributions are foundational to modern Tamil literature and have been extensively studied.
- Thiru. Vi. Kalyanasundaranar: Known for his work 'Thiruvalluvar or Explanation of Life' and his pivotal role in developing modern Tamil prose.
- Kavimani Desigavinayagam Pillai: Famous for his gentle poetic style and commemorative works such as 'Vadamalar'.
- Bharathidasan: A revolutionary poet whose works focus on social reform and Tamil identity.
- Po. Alalasundaram Chettiar: Documented the evolution of 'Renaissance Prose' in Tamil literature.
2. Specialists in Epigraphy and Religious History
- Mu. Raghava Iyengar: An expert in epigraphy who authored 'Sasana Thamizhkkavi Saritham' and researched the chronology of the Alvars.
- N.M. Venkatasamy Nattar: Renowned for his commentary on 'Silappathikaram' and the history of the commentator Adiyarkkunallar.
- Mu. Arunachalam Pillai: Specialist in 'Mukkoodarpallu' research and the biographies of 16th-century Tamil poets.
- S. Somasundara Desikar: Documented the lives and works of both ancient and modern Tamil poets.
- A.V. Subramania Iyer: Highlighted the literary contributions of Christian Tamil scholars.
3. Global Perspectives and Linguistic Science
- Max Muller & Whitney: Referenced for their foundational theories on the science of language and philology.
- G.U. Pope: His introductions to 'Naladiyar' and translations of 'Thiruvasagam' brought Tamil ethics to the global stage.
- Xavier S. Thaninayagam: Promoted Tamil culture internationally through his academic journals and lectures.
- V.R.R. Dikshitar: Researched the ancient roots of the region in 'Pre-Historic South India'.
- Otto Jespersen: A major reference for the psychological and structural principles of language.
Reference Source
Compiled from the bibliographic records found on pages 8 through 11 of the provided document.