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The Illustrated Mahabharata is a grand, immersive journey into India's epic saga. This beautifully illustrated hardback edition traverses the 18 parvas of the Mahabharata, offering myth, history, and philosophy in one lavish volume. Perfect for readers who love mythic storytelling, world history, or cultural exploration, this book invites newcomers and longtime fans alike to feel the drama, wisdom, and wonder at every turn.
The Illustrated Mahabharata is a carefully paced retelling enriched with archival imagery that weaves together narrative threads, family trees, and pivotal moments without losing the epic's sense of scope. Each parva comes alive through a striking gallery of photographs, paintings, sculptures, and historical artefacts that illuminate the lost kingdoms and dynasties behind the tale. The experience is designed to be both engaging and enlightening, inviting readers to explore not only the adventures of legendary heroes and villains but also the intricate relationships that bind them and the cultural philosophies that shape their choices.
The storytelling invites you to move at your own pace—read straight through or dip into sections that interest you most. The presentation blends narrative with rich visuals and thoughtfully annotated context, helping you grasp key concepts like dharma, duty, fate, and kinship while staying connected to the story’s breathless momentum. Whether you’re discovering the epic for the first time or revisiting it with fresh eyes, The Illustrated Mahabharata offers a compelling journey through character, setting, and timeless lessons.
The Illustrated Mahabharata offers more than a story; it invites reflection on courage, duty, and the ties that bind communities. After finishing the book, readers gain a deeper appreciation for India’s cultural heritage and the timeless, universal lessons that continue to resonate in life today.
Product Details
Author
Bibek Debroy
Publisher
Dk India
Number of Pages
512
Language
English
SKU
BK0424241
ISBN
9789388372343
Reading Age
All
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 1,999
₹ 1,699
15% Off
Bibek Debroy Has An Interest In Indology And Sanskrit. He Is Known For His Unabridged Translations Of Itihasa Purana Texts From Sanskrit To English—The Bhagavat Gita, The Mahabharata, The Hari Vamsha, The Valmiki Ramayana, The Bhagavata Purana, The Markandeya Purana, The Brahma Purana, The Vishnu Purana And The Shiva Purana. A Translation Of The Brahmanda Purana Is Awaiting Publication. The Word Count Of Translations Already Completed Amounts To Five Million, And In 2019, He Featured In Theimca Book Of Records As The ‘Most Prolific Translator’. He Has Been Conferred With The Padmashri And The Title Of ‘Vachaspati’. Other Than Translations, He Is The Author Of The Much-Acclaimed The Bhagavad Gita For Millennials And Devi For Millennials, And Has Edited, Along With Anuradha Goyal, The Book Navaratri: When Devi Comes Home. We Believe In The Power Of Discovery. That'S Why We Create Books For Everyone That Explore Ideas And Nurture Curiosity About The World We Live In. From First Words To The Big Bang, From The Wonders Of Nature To City Adventures, You Will Find Expert Knowledge, Hours Of Fun And Endless Inspiration In The Pages Of Our Books. Www.Dk.Com Biography: Bibek Debroy Is A Renowned Economist, Scholar And Translator. He Has Worked In Universities, Research Institutes, Industry And For The Government. He Has Widely Published Books, Papers And Articles On Economics. As A Translator, He Is Best Known For His Magnificent Rendition Of The Mahabharata In Ten Volumes As Well As The Three-Volume Valmiki Ramayana-Both Of Which Have Been Published To Wide Acclaim By Penguin Classics. He Is Also The Author Of Sarama And Her Children, Which Splices His Interest In Hinduism With His Love For Dogs.