D. V. Gundappa
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D. V. Gundappa or Deeveegee (1887-1975) was one of the most prominent Kannada writers, and a philosopher of the twentieth century. His most famous book, Manku Thimmana Kagga, is a collection of songs.
Dr. D. V. G in his later years also came up with second innings for Manku Thimmana Kagga known as Maralu Muniyana Kagga.
Another famous work of Dr. D. V. G is Srimad BhagavadGeeta Tatparya or Jeevana Dharma Yoga which has received Kendra Sahitya Academy award.
Very notable essays of Dr. D. V. G are:
- Baligondu Nambike
- Samskriti
- Purushasukta
- Devaru
- Rutha, Satya mattu Dharma
- Eshavasyo Upanishat
- Sahitya Shakti
and many many more.
Dr. Deeveegee received Padmabhushan in 1974.
India Post issued a commemorative stamp of Dr. Gundappa in 1988.