My Autobiography: A Fragment

The author reconstructs his early life and intellectual development, showing how philosophical and religious leanings redirected him from classical studies toward the science of language, etymology, and the study of Oriental literatures, with sustained work on Sanskrit and comparative religion. He reflects on the roles of circumstance and supportive colleagues while emphasising personal industry and a clear sense of mission that unified diverse scholarly pursuits. Intended partly to encourage young scholars, the account remains fragmentary and unfinished; an editor’s notes and a closing confession explain gaps, editorial stitching, and a lifelong preference for steering clear of academic politics while contributing to institutional work.