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(The Great Indian Epics Retold)
High above the sky stands Swarga, paradise, abode of the gods. Still above is Vaikuntha, heaven, abode of God.
The doorkeepers of Vaikuntha are the twins, Jaya and Vijaya, both whose names mean 'victory'. One keeps you in Swarga; the other raises you into Vaikuntha.
In Vaikuntha there is bliss forever, in Swarga there is pleasure for only as long as you deserve. What is the..more
The doorkeepers of Vaikuntha are the twins, Jaya and Vijaya, both whose names mean 'victory'. One keeps you in Swarga; the other raises you into Vaikuntha.
In Vaikuntha there is bliss forever, in Swarga there is pleasure for only as long as you deserve. What is the..more
Published October 5th 2011 by Penguin Global (first published August 14th 2010)
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MaryNicholsMahabharatha will help to understand human psyche. It covers every aspect of human life.
DhirajI think it would be more appropriate for an older person say one of the parents or grandparents to read and explain it to a 11 year old. That way the…moreI think it would be more appropriate for an older person say one of the parents or grandparents to read and explain it to a 11 year old. That way the child will be able to assimilate more and understand it better. Also, the story can be told in parts yo make it interesting. Else, an 11 year old reading it all by herself may find it heavy read, may lose interest or may not be able to understand the deeper, philosophical message contained in the book.(less)
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Jan 27, 2012Riku Sayuj rated it it was ok
EDIT: I am stripping a star and retracting the positive aspects of this review (well, at least in statement) in light of later readings. Pattanaik's myths are not to be read to 'know' the myths but only for fun. Think of them as a modern variant of the Amar Chitra Kathas for the modern professional who has no time for unabridged epics!
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The book started well as it provided a fresh and clear take on Mahabharata without rationalizations and without apology. Devdutt adopts a very trad..more
Original Review:
The book started well as it provided a fresh and clear take on Mahabharata without rationalizations and without apology. Devdutt adopts a very trad..more
Feb 12, 2013Dyuti rated it it was amazing
Mr. Devdutt Pattanaik, meet your latest die-hard fan: ME!
Hats off for accomplishing the task of rewriting the Mahabharat in such a lucid easy fashion, fit to be enjoyed by everyone who don’t want to weigh themselves down with dreary details, but taste the brilliance of the world’s longest epic.
Indeed, I had tried several times before this to read the Mahabharat in its entirety, but could never finish it. Not that I was not familiar with the stories: every Indian child is fed on them with their u..more
Hats off for accomplishing the task of rewriting the Mahabharat in such a lucid easy fashion, fit to be enjoyed by everyone who don’t want to weigh themselves down with dreary details, but taste the brilliance of the world’s longest epic.
Indeed, I had tried several times before this to read the Mahabharat in its entirety, but could never finish it. Not that I was not familiar with the stories: every Indian child is fed on them with their u..more
Aug 10, 2015Vipassana rated it liked it · review of another edition
When I give three stars to a book, it's often grudgingly as I think I may be over-emphasising its merits, or guiltily as I think I may be downplaying the book's merits. These three stars are given guiltily.
Pattnaik's retelling of the Mahabharata is narrated in a simple manner, through the lens of present day wisdom but with an awareness of its absence in the past. One of the immediate impacts of listening to the audio is that I eagerly want to read the Bhagavad Gita. Pattanaik's take on the wisd..more
Pattnaik's retelling of the Mahabharata is narrated in a simple manner, through the lens of present day wisdom but with an awareness of its absence in the past. One of the immediate impacts of listening to the audio is that I eagerly want to read the Bhagavad Gita. Pattanaik's take on the wisd..more
Dec 16, 2012Anubhav rated it it was amazing
I don't always judge a book by its cover but in this case, the cover just lured me in.
I hardly ever write a review (I'm too lazy; rating the book is as far as I go because all it takes is a click) but in this case I felt like making an exception.
Where to begin? With the beginning.
So the author chooses to call his book 'Jaya - An illustrated retelling of the Mahabharata' rather than simply 'Mahabharata retold' or some such.. It is not just to stand apart from the other versions, no maam; he just..more
I hardly ever write a review (I'm too lazy; rating the book is as far as I go because all it takes is a click) but in this case I felt like making an exception.
Where to begin? With the beginning.
So the author chooses to call his book 'Jaya - An illustrated retelling of the Mahabharata' rather than simply 'Mahabharata retold' or some such.. It is not just to stand apart from the other versions, no maam; he just..more
Aug 11, 2011Pallavi Gambhire rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Where do I even begin to review this book? I was on my way back to Boston from Hyderabad, India and had a lot of time to kill at the airport after the security check. As I was wandering in the airport bookstore, I came across this book, read the back cover and was hooked. It goes thus,
A son renounces sex so that his old father can remarry
A daughter is a prize in an archery contest
A teacher demands half a kingdom as his tuition fee
A student is turned away because of his caste
A mother asks her so..more
A son renounces sex so that his old father can remarry
A daughter is a prize in an archery contest
A teacher demands half a kingdom as his tuition fee
A student is turned away because of his caste
A mother asks her so..more
In my teens in India, I used to be fascinated by the retelling of the Mahabharata by Rajaji in Tamil. I read it repeatedly over the years and was well conversant with the myths, the war and its aftermath. One thing that always stood out as an anamoly was the repeated conduct of 'adharmic' actions by the Pandavas during the war and Krishna's collusion in most of them. However, Rajaji, being a devotee of Krishna himself, always glossed over these acts of adharma and presented mostly a sanitised pi..more
Aug 16, 2012Manu rated it really liked it
I consider myself more well-versed with the Mahabharata than the average person, because of my interest in Hindu mythology and the amount of reading I've done on the subject. But I'm really glad I read this, not just because of the small details I learned about (I counted 6 things I hadn't known about - Sahadeva's precognition gained by eating Pandu's flesh, Draupadi cursing dogs to copulate in public for stealing Yudhishtira's slippers, Vibhishana being present at Draupadi's swayamwar, a couple..more
Jan 06, 2019May 舞 rated it it was amazing
While I know a bit about Greek and Roman Mythologies, being the most popular, I knew next to nothing about Hindu Mythology, neither their gods nor their epics. So this book was both entertaining to read and an overwhelmingly horizon-broadening experience. If I were to compare the complexity of Greek and Hindu morality, the Hindu would win every time. This book has sorely exposed how ignorant I have been until now, but at least I can try to learn and find out more.
There will be spoilers next, so..more
There will be spoilers next, so..more
This book is full of revelation that surprised me a lot, so many unknown stories, characters. Even very tiny details are captured in this book. The kudos to the author, for his effort to understand all the version and related stories of Mahabharata in this world.
Yes this book is a page-turner though we knew the ending and plot. By reading this book I learnt 55 new words. This is not spiritual or philosophical book, its about way of life.
* For the efforts
** For narration
*** For keeping me engag..more
Jan 09, 2014Yes this book is a page-turner though we knew the ending and plot. By reading this book I learnt 55 new words. This is not spiritual or philosophical book, its about way of life.
* For the efforts
** For narration
*** For keeping me engag..more
Em*bedded-in-books* rated it it was amazing Shelves: india-via-books, paperback-hardback, historical
Am IMPRESSED. Confession - am not a die hard mythology fan. I sometimes get bored by the various stories and sub stories. But this was a refreshing read. Was more like a precise guide to Mahabharatha. It made me think, made me understand many incongruities in the story and now that I see the characters as ordinary people I like them more, even the Kauravas. This was a mine house of less known facts. At least 1-2 illustrations per page, which made reading pleasanter. Many thoughts which prodded a..more
Jun 07, 2018Em*Greedy* (Iniya) rated it it was amazing
There was no hero or villain in the epic, just people struggling with life, responding to crises, making mistakes, repeating mistakes, in innocence or ignorance, while trying to make their lives meaningful and worthwhile.
Very simple yet meaningful illustration of the epic Mahabharata. Loved the background stories of all the characters, the inferences of the story made by the author at almost each chapter's end..
If you want to read a novel about Mahabharata, this should be the one..
Jan 12, 2014Kartik Singhal rated it it was amazing · review of another editionVery simple yet meaningful illustration of the epic Mahabharata. Loved the background stories of all the characters, the inferences of the story made by the author at almost each chapter's end..
If you want to read a novel about Mahabharata, this should be the one..
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Wanted to read Mahabharata before I moved on to reading some other books which compare their content with Mahabharata and its characters.
I remember reading the condensed version in grade 7 which was part of the syllabus under Hindi literature but never had a chance to go deeper. There are many variants of the epic with different point of views, delivering different level of depth and in different languages. After a bit of search on Quora and on a friend's recommendation I settled on this one.
The..more
I remember reading the condensed version in grade 7 which was part of the syllabus under Hindi literature but never had a chance to go deeper. There are many variants of the epic with different point of views, delivering different level of depth and in different languages. After a bit of search on Quora and on a friend's recommendation I settled on this one.
The..more
Loved it! A complete page turner. I don't think there's any other book that puts the Mahabharata so simply for the lay person. Initially it might get overwhelming to keep track of all the numerous characters. But as you go further into the book, it's a pleasant read. Devdutt uses extremely simple language. The 108 chapters feel like 108 short stories. His interpretation and explanations at the end of every chapter make it even better. A must read, for sure.
Mar 11, 2016Sumirti Singaravel rated it it was ok Shelves: 2016, india, page-turners, fiction, graphic-novels-illustrations-comics, average-yet-interesting, mythology
If you are really looking for an authentic story of Mahabharata, I would strongly recommend Rajaji's 'Mahabharata'. He never misses the story outline nor twists it to meet his own ends. Also, I strongly wish the story be told in its own essence rather than we draw conclusions and assumptions to suit our present day needs, which is what the author does again and again.
Mahabharata, if we look objectively and read its nuanced versions, is quite gory and violent, just like the world happens to be...more
Mahabharata, if we look objectively and read its nuanced versions, is quite gory and violent, just like the world happens to be...more
Jul 02, 2018Caroline rated it really liked it
I read this in preparation for reading the actual Mahabharata (that is, a lot of it, in the translation by Carole Satyamurti ). I listened to this book, which also helped me get a feel for how the names and places are pronounced, starting with the title itself (accent on the ‘har' syllable, not the ‘hab’ and ‘ra', as I’d been doing). (or maybe it’s the ‘bha’ syllable; not sure how the syllables are broken up in Sanskrit.)
The book is organized in a really helpful way. It starts with an introducti..more
The book is organized in a really helpful way. It starts with an introducti..more
Dec 07, 2018Ravi Prakash rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
The retelling of the great Indian epic Mahbharat by Devdatt Patnaik is a great work. Caricatures are awesome. Some parts are short as it is written for modern readers. Nonetheless, Patnaik has tried to tell all the sub-plots and stories behind characters. The notes given in black page are well researched. The pace of the narration is praiseworthy. It was the first book by Patnaik that I attempted. He is a great writer.
Aug 26, 2013dely rated it really liked it Shelves: 0-india, z-the-2014-reading-challenge-group, spirituality-religion, yoga, z-indian-readers-challenge-2014
I think I will never get tired to read about the Mahabharata. It is such a deep epic full of wisdom and teachings to improve our life, the spiritual one but also everyday life.
'Jaya' could be considered a good introduction that contains also basic explanations of the Mahabharata. I have already read the Mahabharata and I'm following lessons with a Swamini about the Bhagavad Gita, so I know there is a lot more and deeper meanings but 'Jaya' is really a very good book. I have found a lot of things..more
Jan 25, 2014Versha rated it it was amazing · review of another edition'Jaya' could be considered a good introduction that contains also basic explanations of the Mahabharata. I have already read the Mahabharata and I'm following lessons with a Swamini about the Bhagavad Gita, so I know there is a lot more and deeper meanings but 'Jaya' is really a very good book. I have found a lot of things..more
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Awesome were past few days spent with this book. I was literally transferred to that era and those places where Mahabharata took place. Thanks to Author Devdutt Pattanaik who made it so real with his simple language, deep research, unknown facts and beautiful illustration!! Needless to say this book became more and more interesting and unputdownable every time I picked up, so I did not even think of any other book till I finished this one. Mahabharata is a story which always leaves me wanting mo..more
Nov 04, 2015Samidha Kalia rated it really liked it
This was such an interesting read! I am glad I picked this up.
It's full of history, fables , myths and parables and I really learnt a lot of new things.
I wish had this in paperback though!
Recommended to everyone :)
It's full of history, fables , myths and parables and I really learnt a lot of new things.
I wish had this in paperback though!
Recommended to everyone :)
Read.. Re-read.. Re-read..
Each new reading brings out a new perspective, a new viewpoint! Devdutt Pattanaik, thank you for introducing me to the best of India and Indian culture.
Each new reading brings out a new perspective, a new viewpoint! Devdutt Pattanaik, thank you for introducing me to the best of India and Indian culture.
Apr 12, 2017Sheetal Maurya - Godse (Halo of Books) rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
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This book is not simply the retelling but a treasure of lessons. The author has accumulated various stories which are scattered across the country and given a meaningful essence to the readers. The illustrations are eye-catching making this book more amazing. Another thing is unlike another retelling here he has not given any conclusion or portrayed anyone hero & villain. Read this book, you will get to know th..more
This book is not simply the retelling but a treasure of lessons. The author has accumulated various stories which are scattered across the country and given a meaningful essence to the readers. The illustrations are eye-catching making this book more amazing. Another thing is unlike another retelling here he has not given any conclusion or portrayed anyone hero & villain. Read this book, you will get to know th..more
Sep 28, 2017Smriti Jhunjhunwala rated it really liked it
Picked up this book half heartedly as a friend suggested and gifted.. surprisingly it turned out nice. Have read the author earlier as well and didn’t enjoy as much as I liked this one.. we always hear the tales of Mahabharata and this one has a lot of new instances which is never heard before.. it has a new perspective which compelled you to think of Mahabharata as positive read.. and does teaches u a lesson as simplified and in short Gita!
When I picked the book I was totally intrigued by the description given in the cover saying towards the last 'God is cursed'
Now how is possible that God gets cursed!? aren't we the ones who receive the boons and curses from God? Then who dares curse the Almighty. I knew only bits and pieces of the tale. But such a large epic I wasn't sure if I wanted to boggle my head with so many names of Kings and queens and plots. But once I started 'Jaya' I just couldn't put it down. Jaya is not the same as..more
Now how is possible that God gets cursed!? aren't we the ones who receive the boons and curses from God? Then who dares curse the Almighty. I knew only bits and pieces of the tale. But such a large epic I wasn't sure if I wanted to boggle my head with so many names of Kings and queens and plots. But once I started 'Jaya' I just couldn't put it down. Jaya is not the same as..more
Jul 25, 2012Rudrangshu Das rated it it was amazing
Reading mahabharata was a sudden and unexpected choice on my part. I have never been much interested in mythology but I remembered some of Mahabharata from B.R Chopra's epic TV adaptation and I thought to give it a try. I didn't realize reading this would be such an epiphany. Whether Mahabharata is a myth or history maybe a matter of perspective, but the one thing it is for sure is an epic, in all sense of the word. The numerous characters, their inner conflicts, their complex relations, their d..more
The year was 1988. Indian households awaited the stars, planets and celestial bodies to fill their television screens while the background voice of 'Samay' (Time) echoed 'Main Samay hoon' (I am Time).
One of our first associations with the Mahabharata probably dates back to B.R. Chopra's televised series on Doordarshan, a programme part of our daily routine that let us enter the gates of a kingdom full of stories on romance, love, revenge, murder, death and war. How we rejoiced reading about the..more
One of our first associations with the Mahabharata probably dates back to B.R. Chopra's televised series on Doordarshan, a programme part of our daily routine that let us enter the gates of a kingdom full of stories on romance, love, revenge, murder, death and war. How we rejoiced reading about the..more
Mahabharata is rightly called the Fifth Veda. It's greatness, be it story wise or intent wise, is immeasurable. There is no hero or villain, there is only dharma and adharma, vijaya and jaya. It makes us understand the importance of dharma to be followed, compassion and empathy to be shown towards our fellow beings. It's like a spider web, where each string may seem to be far away from its only center but has an effect on it, eventually. Devdutt Pattanaik's illustration is how a narration should..more
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IMHO, this book is one of the best, if not the best retelling of the great epic Mahabharata. It blends the magic that I’ve known the Mahabharata to have, while bringing in some aspects of the epic I didn’t know and also including some of the author’s thoughts on the epic as well, to make it thought provoking. Without a doubt, this is a book that I shall re-read and savor again. It will remain a favorite for a long long time to come.
IMHO, this book is one of the best, if not the best retelling of the great epic Mahabharata. It blends the magic that I’ve known the Mahabharata to have, while bringing in some aspects of the epic I didn’t know and also including some of the author’s thoughts on the epic as well, to make it thought provoking. Without a doubt, this is a book that I shall re-read and savor again. It will remain a favorite for a long long time to come.
Based on an classic Indian epic, Devdutt Pattanaik created a masterpiece book. He captures not only the story/plot but conveys the nuances and philosophies within this Indian epic.This text is extremely focused for reading compared to the plethora of books on this topic. Nonetheless, it captivates the reader. Devdutt Pattanaik is a great storyteller.Excel
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Jul 14, 2013Sarthak Pranit rated it really liked it
A must for religion aficionados. This is Mahabharata for the IT age. Brilliantly put, Pattnaik manages to grasp the messages of every fable of Mahabharata. This is a book for every Indian who confuses the Pandavas' victory over Kauravas as the essence of Mahabharata. Its a lot more.
Dr Pattanaik (a medical doctor who became a pharmaceutical executive and then a writer on mythology and an amateur Indologist) has written ”Jaya”, a modern (and highly condensed) “retelling” of the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. The Mahabharata, in its canonical Sanskrit version (which was likely finalized sometimes in the first 500 years CE) consists of 18 parts of varying length, and is by far the longest epic poem in the world (a 100,000 verses, ten times longer than the Iliad and Odys..more
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Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik (born December 11, 1970) is an Indian physician turned leadership consultant, mythologist and author whose works focus largely on the areas of myth, mythology, and also management. He has written a number of books related to Hindu mythology, including Myth = Mithya: A Handbook of Hindu Mythology, a novel, The Pregnant King, and Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharat..more
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