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Buddhaghosa (Traditional Commentator); H. C. Norma･･･

This report covers Volume III of the Dhammapadatthakathā, the Pāli commentary on the Dhammapada, published by the Pali Text Society (PTS) in 1970. The Dhammapadatthakathā, traditionally attributed to Buddhaghosa, provides narratives and moral lessons that explain the verses of the widely read Dhammapada, offering historical context and “Buddhist Legends.” This volume is a 1970 reprint of the 1906 critical edition, edited by H. C. Norman, M.A. The PTS, established in London in 1881, ensures the text’s academic reliability. A note indicates the reprint was supported by a “Well-Wisher,” highlighting the philanthropic role in sustaining Pāli scholarship. The hardcover features classic light grey/green PTS cloth with gilt lettering, in Excellent condition (Grade A). The binding is firm, pages are clean, and the text is complete. This volume is essential for completing the PTS Dhammapadatthakathā set and is highly valued by scholars, libraries, and collectors of Theravāda Buddhist texts.

Buddhaghosa (Traditional Commentator); H. C. Norma･･･

This report covers Volume IV, including the index, of the Dhammapadatthakathā (Commentary on the Dhammapada), published by the Pali Text Society (PTS) in 1970. The Dhammapadatthakathā, attributed to Buddhaghosa, explains the verses of the Dhammapada through stories and moral lessons, providing historical context and illustrating the meaning behind the sayings. This 1970 edition is a reprint of the original 1906 PTS publication and was edited by H. C. Norman, formerly Professor of English Literature at Queen’s College, Benares. The PTS, established in London in 1881, ensures the text’s scholarly reliability. A note indicates the reprint was sponsored by a “Well-Wisher,” reflecting support for Pāli studies. The hardcover is grey-green cloth with bright gilt lettering, in Excellent condition (Grade A). Binding is firm, pages are clean, and the text is complete. This volume, with its final portion and index, is essential for completing PTS collections and is highly valued by scholars.

Buddhaghosa (Attributed) / H.C. Norman (Editor)、Pa･･･

This is a vintage hardcover copy of “The Commentary on the Dhammapada,” Volume II, published by the Pali Text Society (PTS) in London. It is the standard Romanized Pali critical edition edited by H. C. Norman, first printed in 1906 and reprinted in 1970. The book is in Pali (Roman script) with some English in the front matter. It is bound in blue-grey cloth with gold lettering and carries the SBN 7189 0482 6.
Condition (Grade B):
The binding is tight and secure. The covers show light shelf wear and small bumps on the corners. The pages inside are clean, with no writing or underlining found. The top edge of the text block has some age-related foxing or tanning, as shown in the photos. Overall, this is a solid and reliable working copy suitable for students and collectors of Pali, Buddhism, or Indology.