The Mahabharata
The Mahabharata by R. K. Narayan, published by Penguin Adult in March 2001, presents a prose rendering of one of the longest poems in any language, originally composed over 3,500 years ago. This edition captures the essence of the Mahabharata, a foundational epic of Indian culture, blending cosmic drama with profound philosophy, including a section that forms the Bhagavad Gita. Narayan’s unique storytelling skills make this complex narrative accessible to modern readers, showcasing the epic’s rich tapestry of characters and themes.
Readers will find an engaging exploration of the rise and fall of gods, empires, and heroes within this shortened version. Narayan’s adaptation aims to illuminate the intricacies of Indian cosmology, making it an enjoyable experience for those unfamiliar with the original text. With 208 pages, this edition serves as an introduction to the Mahabharata’s significant cultural and religious context, appealing to those interested in fiction, classics, and sacred writings.
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The Mahabharata is some 3,500 years old and is the longest poem in any language. It is one of the founding epics of Indian culture and, with its mixture of cosmic drama and profound philosophy (one small section forms the BHAGHAVAD GITA) it holds aunique place in world literature. In this drastically shortened prose rendering, Narayan uses all his extraordinary talents to convey to a modern reader why this is such a great story. Filled with vivid characters, obsessed with the rise and fall of gods, empires and heroes, Narayan’s MAHABHARATA is an enormously enjoyable experience and the perfect introduction to the otherwise bewildering Indian cosmology.
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