In this book, Moti Chandra compiles an enormity of information about ancient Indian courtesans organized into certain periods/locations and their literatures. By the sheer number of places and locations, Chandra’s book resists a singular or one-dimensional reading of the life of ancient Indian courtesans. From the Preface “The institution of courtesans in ancient India in … Continue reading Chandra, Moti. The World of Courtesans. Vikas, 1973.