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OVER 1.3 MILLION COPIES SOLD Originally published in the year 1951,the huge popularity of the book ,has resulted in the book being re-printed several times.Centuries ago, it was proclaimed of the Mahabharata: "What is not in it, is nowhere." But even now, we can use the same words about it. He who knows it not, knows not the heights and depths of the soul; he misses the trials and tragedy and the beauty and grandeur of life. More details: The Mahabharata is not a mere epic; it is a romance, telling the tale of heroic men and women, and of some who were divine; it is a whole literature in itself, containing a code of life, a philosophy of social and ethical relations, and speculative thought on human problems that is hard to rival; but, above all, it has for its core the Gita,which is, as the world is beginning to find out, the noblest of scriptures and the grandest of sagas in which the climax is reached in the wondrous apocalypse in the Eleventh Canto. The book's popularity is such taht it has run into Fifty Seven Reprints!!!.

Smt. Kamala Subramaniam was born on October4, 1916 in Banglore. Her father was the eminent Kannada poet and dramatist, Shri T. P. Kailasam. She Studies under the distinguished scholar Prof. B. M. Srikantiah. She read avidly both classics and modern thrillers and her knowledge of English literature, especially of Shakespeare, was profound. She also loved philosophy and knew her Bible as well as she knew the Gita.

In 1937, Smt. Kamala married Dr. V. S. Subramaniam, a renowned E.N.T. Surgeon of Madras. In spite of her family concerns, she pursued her literary interests and wrote a series of imaginary conversations on the model of Landor’s for Triveni under the pen-name “Ketaki”.

Herlove of literature, nursed over the years, expressed itself in her developing a fascination for the Epics and Puranas of India.

In the late 60s Smt. Kamala underwent and operation for cancer, which gave her a ten-year lease of life. Lesser mortals would have been un-nerved by this but for Smt. Kamala it came as a challenge and this period turned out to be the most productive literary period of her life.

Her first labour of love was the retelling of the Mahabharata. In this masterly condensation, of India’s great epic, Smt. Kamala captures with dramatic intensity the movement of the story. As the episodes unfold in Smt. Kamala’s vivid narrative, one seems to hear Draupadi’s wail of distress, Duryodhan’s arrogant laughter, and even the twang of Arjuna’s bow, the Gandiva.

The epics and puranas epitomise our culture. The heroes and heroines set high standars of nobility, heroism, and chivalry. They have moulded the life and outlook of generations of Indians.

Smt. Kamala Subramaniam has left a priceless legacy for the young and the old.

The gifted author passed away on February 21, 1938.

Smt. Kamala was so self-effacing that she would not even permit her photograph to be printed on the jackets of her books. As a friend of hers wrote: as she wrote, she felt, as she felt, she lived in her invisible world and as she real for her and so it will grow for us when we read books.

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Publisher :  Maple Kids
Cover : Paperback
Language : English 
Pages : 16 pages
Weight : 180 Gram
Size : ‎ 14 x 2 x 22 cm
ISBN-10 : 9390292684
ISBN-13 : 978-9390292684

"The Mahabharata is an Indian epic, in its original Sanskrit probably the largest ever composed. It is the story of a dynastic struggle that provides a social, moral, and cosmological background to the climatic battle. The present English rendition is a retelling based on a translation of the Sanskrit original published by Pratap Chandra Roy, Published in the beginning of this century. William buck has condensed the story. The old translation from which he worked covers 5800 pages of print, while his own book is less than a tenth of that length. But by and large, Buck`s rendition reflects the sequence of events in the Sanskrit epic, and he uses the traditional techniques for instance, of stories within stories, flashbacks, moral lessons laid in the mouths of principal characters. There are other English versions of the Mahabharata, some shorter, some longer. But apart from William Buck`s rendition, none have been able to capture the blend of religion andmartial spirit that pervades the original epic. It succeeds eminently in illustrating how seemingly grand and magnificent human endeavors turn out to be astoundingly insignificant in the perspective of eternity.

Publisher's Preface, Introduction, Part I: In the Beginning, A Mine of Jewels and Gems, The Ring and the Well, Fire and Flame, Indraprastha, The Falling Sand, Part II: In the Middle, 6:00 Nala and Damayanti, 7:00 The Thousand-Petaled Lotus, An Iron Net, Virata, The Invasion, Do Not Tell, Sanjaya Returns, Trees of Gold, The Enchanted Lake, The Night, Part III: In the End, The Blade of Grass, The Lonely Encounter, Parikshita, The Timeless Path, The City of Gates, Notes, Reference List of Characters

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""An absorbing tale of a feud between two branches of a single Indian ruling family that culminates in a vast, cataclysmic battle... [Buck] has retold the story so that the modern reader will not be discouraged from knowing and loving the stories as he did himself.""-Focus on Asian Studies Newsletter

""There is a poetry of expression, an atmosphere of awe, a liveliness of appreciation... Buck captures much of the beauty of the Sanskrit thought... a pleasure to read and to look at; the many illustrations by Shirley Triest have a magical quality in total harmony with the magic of the text."" - Times Literary Supplement

""Buck wins a distinguished place among translators from Sanskrit verse. No other recent translator in America has clambered so high on this epic mountainside.""-Asian Student

""The volume is modern in feeling and masterly in its classical finish of form and expression. it is not only a translation but has been re-worked and re-written in such a close similarity with the original that deserves to be applauded. The mellifluous muse of the original epic can be heard in the version throughout."" -The Journal of Religious Studies

""This is divine storytelling at its finest. When he finished his manuscripts, William Buck wrote, 'Based on the words of ancient songs, I have written books. I tried to make them interesting to read. I don't think you will find many other books like them. 'He was absolutely correct.""-The Mountain Path, Aradhana, 2002

""This book is not a technically or a fully translated book, what the author has done is, keeping the original story in view, retell it in a popular, modern idiom for contemporary readers. One can very easily see how deeply William Buck was committed to the Mahabharata, which in turn has made his book a very interesting read. A delightful book indeed."" - Swami Satyamayananda, Prabuddha Bharata, Vol.108, May 2003.

""Buck captures much of the beauty of the Sanskrit thought...a pleasure to read and to look at; the many illustrations by shirley Triest have a magical quality in total harmony with the magic of the text."" TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT ""Buck wins a distinguish"

SPECIFICATION:

Publisher :  Maple Press
Cover : Paperback
Language : English
Pages : 72 pages
Weight : 133 Gram 
Size : ‎  24 x 15 x 1 cm
ISBN-10 : 9350339110
ISBN-13 : 978-9350339114

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One of the greatest Hindu epics, Mahabharata is about human relationships and family dynamics. Each character in the epic tale has something to teach us. While Bhishma teaches us the virtues of commitment, Duryodhana teaches us the pitfalls of unchecked ambition. While Gandhari teaches us the beauty of spousal love and sacrifice, Draupadi teaches us about the powers of a woman. God Krishna is the epitome of enlightenment, while Arjuna signifies the constant battle between the head and the heart. These stories are as relevant today as they were when written and mirror the societal interface through the times.

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• Publisher : Advaita Ashrama
• By : Swami Raghaveshananda and Padmavasan
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2004
• Pages : 54
• Weight : 250 gm.
• Size : 10.6 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
• ISBN-10: 8171207634
• ISBN-13: 978-8171207633

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A continuation of the series on the Mahabharata for Children. These are large colorful books suitable to read to young children, or for slightly older children to read for themselves. Bright colors and drawings.

There are five volumes that make up the set

Specification

• Product Code :5830
• Material :Brass
• Size :5.75"H x 4.50"W x 2.50"D
• Weight :1.660 Kg.

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A symbol of energy and power, Lord Shiva is one of the most popular gods in Hinduism and He is one of the Trinity Gods, the other two being Lord Vishnu and Brahma, is given a refine and detail touch. Seated on meditative posture, the figure reveals a deep sense of gravity and accomplishment. His head is coiled with snake and tuff of hair and he is holding his trident with his one hand. Though the Lord is responsible for the destruction of the universe, destruction is also the immediate prelude to regeneration and for a new generation destruction is necessary.

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The beautiful pendant depicts the Lord of Mediation in a meditative posture.
The figure is nicely painted. Religious pendants are extremely popular among the Hindus and it is believed that wearing such pendants help us ward off evil spirits. One of the Trinity Gods in Hinduism, Lord Shiva is responsible for the destruction and regeneration of the universe.

The spectacular figure of Lord Shiva is nicely carved out with the precision of a surgeon. The seated figure of the Lord is minutely treated. Lord Shiva here is seated in a meditative posture. One his one hand is the drum, one the other his trident. One of the Trinity Gods in Hinduism, Lord Shiva is responsible for destruction. But immediately after destruction follows the process of regeneration. A coil of serpents is there on his head. Even the halo surrounding his head is nicely treated.

The beautiful stone figure of the goddess Lakshmi is nicely carved out of stone with some fine carvings and designs. Wife of Lord Vishnu, one of the Trinity Gods in Hinduism, Goddess lakshmi is worshipped for prosperity and wealth. She is wearing some nice drapery and ornaments and deep sense of refinement and accomplishment is manifest here. She is the goddess of prosperity, purity, chastity and generosity; and the embodiment of beauty, grace and charm. Her four hands represent four spiritual virtues. She sits on a fully blossomed lotus, a seat of divine truth. Her personal charm is considered par excellence. An aura of divine happiness, mental and spiritual satisfaction, and prosperity always surround her face.