Edward C. Dimock

Edward C. Dimock
Born
Edward Cameron Dimock Jr.

(1929-03-18)March 18, 1929
Roslindale, US
DiedJanuary 11, 2001(2001-01-11) (aged 71)
Centerville, Massachusetts, US
Occupation(s)Emeritus professor, linguist, scholar
Years active1959–1989[1]
Known forResearch on Asian studies
TitleEmeritus professor
Board member ofpresident of American Institute of Indian Studies
SpouseLorraine[1]
Children5
Awardsthe Desikottama, Sahitya Akademi Fellowship
Academic background
EducationPh.D
Alma materYale University

Edward Cameron Dimock Jr. (March 18, 1929 – January 11, 2001) was an American author, linguist, scholar of Asian studies and emeritus professor at the University of Chicago. He is known for his contribution to Indian studies such as Bengali literature and South Asian civilizations. He also conducted research on religion in the mid-1950's and introduced Bengal studies to the American academy.

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