Kavyakalanidhi|Sanskrit Poetics by Dr. Jayageetha K N|Paridhi Publications

Krsnasudhi stands out in this tradition with his work Kävyakalänidhi which is regarded as one of the most significant contributions to literary theory from Kerala in the 19th century. The treatise covers various aspects of poetry aesthetics and the principles of literary criticism establishing Krsnasudhi as a key figure in the intellectual landscape of his time. His patronage by Raja Ravi Varma of Chirackal adds another layer of historical and cultural significance as Ravi Varma is widely recognized for his contributions to the arts particularly painting. Krsnasudhi's work likely benefitted from this association aligning with the cultural movements of the time that blended classical forms with emerging modern sensibilities