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What has the author Ramanlal C Shah written?

Ramanlal C Shah (1880-1932) was a notable Gujarati and Sanskrit writer best known for his patriotic plays and historical novels. Here are some of his well-known works:

*Plays:*

* "Veer Kesariyo" (1900): A historical play that depicts the valour and patriotism of young Kesari Singh, who fights against the invasion of Maratha ruler Shahu in Gujarat.

* "Jhalyoman": A dramatic narrative based on the legend of King Yayati from the ancient Sanskrit text Mahabharata.

* "Samant Chandraprash" (1904): This play sheds light on the life of Maharaja Chandraprash of Jhalawad and showcases his love for his kingdom and people.

* "Kanak-Kamini and Dilawar Khan" (1904): Set in medieval Gujarat, this play explores the romance between Kanak (a Hindu damsel) and Dilawar (a Muslim warrior), highlighting religious harmony.

*Historical Novels:*

* "Pujari Prahlardan" (1903): Based on a Sanskrit play, this novel focuses on Prahlad, a staunch devotee of Lord Vishnu, who faces persecution for his religious beliefs.

* "Chudamani-Chintamani" (1906): Set in ancient Gujarat, this epic novel revolves around the life and adventures of Chudamani and Chintamani, two brothers seeking hidden divine treasure.

* "Patravali Sangrah" (1922): It contains more than thirty historical incidents in the form of letter collections. Patravali Sangrah won Narmad Gold Medal.

*Sanskrit works:*

* "Vedavani Sanghrah and Sanskruti Darshan (1949 and 1998): They deal with various aspects of Vedic thoughts that provide guidelines to lead happy and cultured life

Apart from these mentioned works, Ramanlal C Shah has several translations, critical works and research books to his credit. His profound insight into history, his strong patriotic emotions, and his ability to create engaging narratives established him as an influential figure in both Gujarati and Sanskrit literature.

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