The Ramayana: A Modern Retelling of the Great Indian Epic
by Ramesh Menon
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Author: Ramesh MenonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2004-05-26
ISBN: 0865476950
Number of pages: 720
Publisher: North Point Press
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- ISBN13: 9780865476950
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Book Reviews of The Ramayana: A Modern Retelling of the Great Indian Epic
Book Review: Wonderful Epic
Summary: 5 Stars
I am sure this book is great for those who are familiar with Hindu stories, but it is also fantastic for someone like me who is new to the story and the characters. I was very surprised that I couldn't put this book down and I am so thrilled that I found the introduction to Hinduism that I was looking for. I can't wait to read more!
Summary of The Ramayana: A Modern Retelling of the Great Indian Epic
The great Indian epic rendered in modern proseIndia's most beloved and enduring legend, the Ramayana is widely acknowledged to be one of the world's great literary masterpieces. Still an integral part of India's cultural and religious expression, the Ramayana was originally composed by the Sanskrit poet Valmiki around 300 b.c. The epic of Prince Rama's betrayal, exile, and struggle to rescue his faithful wife, Sita, from the clutches of a demon and to reclaim his throne has profoundly affected the literature, art, and culture of South and Southeast Asia-an influence most likely unparalleled in the history of world literature, except, possibly, for the Bible. Throughout the centuries, countless versions of the epic have been produced in numerous formats and languages. But previous English versions have been either too short to capture the magnitude of the original; too secular in presenting what is, in effect, scripture; or dry, line-by-line translations. Now novelist Ramesh Menon has rendered the tale in lyrical prose that conveys all the beauty and excitement of the original, while making this spiritual and literary classic accessible to a new generation of readers.
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