Maha-bharata by Romesh Chunder Dutt
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About this eBook
| Translator | Dutt, Romesh Chunder, 1848-1909 |
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| Title |
Maha-bharata The Epic of Ancient India Condensed into English Verse |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Andrew Sly, using a text prepared by John B. Hare of sacred-texts.com. |
| Summary | "Maha-bharata" by Romesh Chunder Dutt is an epic poem that condenses the ancient Indian epic into English verse, written in the late 19th century. This work dives deep into the themes of duty, morality, and the struggles of its characters, particularly focusing on the events surrounding the Kuru dynasty, including the rivalry between the Pandavas and Kauravas. The introduction sets the stage for a complex narrative filled with rich characters such as Yudhishthir, Arjun, Karna, and Draupadi. The opening of the epic presents the backdrop of the ancient kingdom of the Kurus and introduces the key players in the narrative. It describes the relationships between the brothers Pandu and Dhrita-rashtra, alongside their sons, establishing the tense atmosphere of competition and jealousy, particularly emphasizing the rivalry between the noble Pandavas and the ambitious Duryodhan. A tournament is held, showcasing the prowess of the princes, highlighted by the emerging talents of Arjun and the mysterious Karna, weaving in themes of destiny, valor, and the divine lineage of these characters. As tensions build, the stage is set for the ensuing conflicts that will shape the destiny of both families and the epic's overarching narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures |
| Subject | Epic poetry, Sanskrit -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19630 |
| Release Date | Oct 25, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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