Romesh C. Dutt (1848-1909) was a distinguished Indian civil servant, economic historian, and literary scholar. A leading figure of the Bengal Renaissance, Dutt played a pivotal role in interpreting and presenting ancient Indian epics to English-speaking audiences. His abridged translations of the Ramayana and Mahabharata are valued for their literary clarity, historical insight, and cultural fidelity, making them an essential part of the collection of every literature and ancient history lover.