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A number of beautiful scenes from the great epic Ramayana are being given a colourful depiction in the beautiful painting made in the pattern of the Pata style. Ramayan has significant bearings in the life of the people of the country even today and Lord Ram and His wife Sita are worshipped by the tens of millions of Hindus. Derived from the Sanskrit words patta (a piece of cloth), chitra (painting or picture), Patachitra is a folk art form drawn on a piece of silk, cotton or any other fabric, portraying traditional motifs and imageries of religion and society.

Through the structure of the popular Ramayanas composed in Assamese, Bengali and Oriya based on the version of Valmiki, the poets are eclectic in their choice of material and freely select episodes from the Puranas, Sanskrit devotional Ramayanas, Sakta works and the oral tradition, as long as these are not in direct conflict with Valmiki. Unlike vernacular Ramayanas in some other regions of India, here poets do not allow the narrative to be overwhelmed by theological or sectarian concerns. Many apocryphal episodes common to all three literatures do not seem to be found outside Eastern India. Printed Pages: 207.

 

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Sweet Home Publications
• By : Ranganayakamma
• Cover : Hardcover
• Language : Telugu
• Edition : 2012
• Pages : 756
• Weight : 1.5 g.
• Size : 10.2 x 6.6 x 1.5 inches
• ASIN: B00HWWB6L6

DESCRIPTION:

'Ramayana Vishavruksham' is a marxist critique on Valimiki's Ramayana in Telugu fist published between 1974 and 1976. It has been reprinted several times since then. It was originally published as a 3-volume collection; but is now available in a single consolidated volume.

Ramayana Vishavruksham follows the same order as that of the Sanskrit original: Bala kanda, Ayodhya kanda, Aranya kanda, Kishkindha kanda, Yuddha kanda, Sundara kanda and Uttara kanda. While Valmiki’s Ramayana is composed of about 24,000 slokas (poems), Ramayana Vishavruksham consists of 16 stories accompanied by 11 links (narratives that 'link' the stories) and 504 foot notes that show evidence from the Sanskrit original in support of the critique.

About the Author

Ranganayakamma, born in 1939, is a popular Telugu writer who wrote 12 novels, more than 70 short stories and several essays and works of non-fiction.

She won the Andhra Pradesh Sahitya Akademi Award for her novel 'balipeetham', which was also made into a movie later.

Her novels such as Sweet Home, Rachayitri, Peka Medalu are very popular. Women's issues are at the centre of many of her novels, stories and non-fiction works. Her exposition of 'Das Capital' of Karl Marx is one of the most accessible works in Telugu to understand Capital. Her 'Ramayana Vishavriksham' is a marxist-feminist critique of Valmiki Ramayana. Her work ''Dalita' samasya parishkaraniki Budhudu chaladu! Ambedkar Chaladu! Marx Kavali!' examines Dalit issues and how Marxism offers a way of understanding and addressing the Dalit problems.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Jaico Publishing House
• By Shubha Vilas  (Author)
• Binding : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2017
• Pages : 316 pages
• Size : 14 x 1.9 x 21.6 cm
  
• ISBN-10: 9386348926
  
• ISBN-13: 978-9386348920

DESCRIPTION:

The Ramayana is not a story. It’s a way of life. It’s the game of life.

Life is a constant reminder that nothing, however powerful in one season, remains unchanging. The endless cycles of change can truly us if we are unprepared to face its realities. However, we often see these changing times as problems larger than they really are. Many issues in life when perceived with fear, result in pain; but when perceived with CLARITY, result is FREEDOM.

Situations of helplessness are almost always created by our own limited imagination.

Do you have the courage to face your fears?
Stand Strong, the fourth book in Ramayana: The Game of Life series reminds us through its eternal stories -- such as the tale of brothers Vali and Sugriva -- that life is like a high-risk treasure hunt: one often has to walk through a maze of confusing paths while being chased by dangerously complex dilemmas to find the hidden treasure of wisdom.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Jaico Publishing House
• By Shubha Vilas  (Author)
• Binding : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2017
• Pages : 328 pages
• Size : 14 x 1.5 x 21.6 cm
  
• ISBN-13: 978-9386348913
  

DESCRIPTION:

The Ramayana is not a story. It is a way of life. It is the game of life.

Feeling frustrated over events that are out of our control is a waste of energy and time. Rama and his army survived the grim years of exile by being patient and persistent, trusting each other with their lives. The characters’ determination reflects our own set of values and judgment during challenging situations.

This book teaches us that we need to be righteous to stay on course. Cheating for personal gain will not ensure our triumph. Instead, unwavering loyalty to our principles will do so. It reiterates that challenging situations will be present anywhere and everywhere we go. It is how we handle those situations that define us as a person. It teaches us to remain calm in the face of adversity.

Do you have the patience to stick with your goals till the end?

Adopt Patience, is the third book in Ramayana: The Game of Life series. A modern retelling of the Aranya Kanda of Valmiki’s epic, this volume explores the dynamics of the complex games of power and greed, mirroring our own dilemmas in the modern world and prompts us to overcome them using the wisdom spilled over these pages.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Jaico Publishing House
• By Shubha Vilas  (Author)
• Binding : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2017
• Pages : 236 pages
• Size : 14 x 1.5 x 21.6 cm
  
• ISBN-10:  9352792165
  
• ISBN-13:  978-9352792160

DESCRIPTION:

The Ramayana is not a story. It’s a way of life. It’s the game of life.
A good game is full of twists and turns at every stage and this magical epic arms us with valuable tools to deal with anomalies in our own lives. These quirks turn us into valiant warriors in the face of the most challenging situations. It is not the divine knowledge you possess that makes you divine but What you do with it that does. Whether we like it or not, life puts us into these three categories: positive contributor, negative Destroyer or protective mediator. Are we doing anything to contribute to our society? Is anything we do negatively impactful to anyone? Are we taking any steps to thwart actions that may affect our loved ones? This book shows us to take a step back, contemplate our actions and revise our methods if required. It is a clarion call for anyone who is looking for that perfect motivation!

So which Role Do you want to play in this game?
Roar with Courage is the first book in Ramayana: The Game of Life series. A modern retelling of the Bala Kanda of Valmiki’s epic, it presents the realities of life with far-reaching and thought-provoking lessons. With deep wisdom, author Shubha Vilas explains the timeless values that will be relevant to the contemporary world.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Jaico Publishing House
• By Shubha Vilas  (Author)
• Binding : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2017
• Pages : 404 pages
• Size : 14 x 1.5 x 21.6 cm
  
• ISBN-10: 938634890X
  
• ISBN-13: 978-9386348906

DESCRIPTION:

The Ramayana is not a story. It is a way of life. It is the game of life.
Life should be predictable and smooth — this is what most of us are comfortable with. In reality, we face stress, hard times and unexpected upheavals that can knock our breath out. If we are not prepared for any hindrances, challenging situations are sure to throw us off course. This book teaches us exactly that. Every situation in the Ramayana is a reflection of our modern dilemmas and asks us an unavoidable question:

“How do we cope with a sudden turn of events without losing hope”?

Conquer Change is the second book in Ramayana: The Game of Life series is all about facing the reversal of fortune and moving on.

Author Shubha Vilas reveals profound rules of human relationships and conduct – what works, what fails to work and how to navigate through this amazing labyrinth.