Tag: Mahabharata retelling
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Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharata by Devdutt Pattanaik
https://amzn.to/47GC0IR Busy Bee Section https://amzn.to/47GC0IR Main Idea The main idea of the book is to present a modern interpretation of the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata, in an engaging and accessible format. The Mahabharata is a complex and multi-layered text that explores themes of dharma (duty), karma (action and consequences), and moksha (liberation), among others.…
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The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
https://amzn.to/46BOO21 Busy Bee Section https://amzn.to/46BOO21 Main Idea The main idea of “The Palace of Illusions” by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is to retell the Indian epic Mahabharata from the perspective of one of its central characters, Draupadi. The novel explores Draupadi’s journey from a young girl to a powerful queen, highlighting her struggles with love, loyalty,…
