While Menon wrote extensively in English—most notably A Survey of Kerala History —his work in Malayalam, Kerala Charithram , brought history to the masses. The book is a comprehensive chronicle that covers the history of Kerala from the Sangam age to the modern era.
Menon meticulously details the first Chera Empire, with its capital at Vanchi. Key rulers like Nedunjeral Adan and Senguttuvan (the Red Chera) are analyzed. The chapter covers the Silappadikaram and the trade relations with Romans, Greeks, and Phoenicians. Kerala Charithram By A Sreedhara Menon Pdf
The book concludes with the linguistic reorganization of states, the merger of Travancore, Cochin, and Malabar, and the formation of the modern state of Kerala. While Menon wrote extensively in English—most notably A
Kerala Charithram has had a profound impact on the field of Kerala studies, and its legacy continues to be felt today. Some of the key impacts and legacies of the book include: Key rulers like Nedunjeral Adan and Senguttuvan (the