Divine Odyssey: A Mythical Journey Through The Pages Of Hindu Epics
"The Ramayana" by Valmiki
This ancient epic narrates the life of Prince Rama, his wife Sita, and his loyal companion Hanuman. It is attributed to the sage Valmiki
"The Mahabharata" by Vyasa
An epic that includes the Bhagavad Gita, the Mahabharata tells the story of the Kuru dynasty, including the great Kurukshetra War. It is one of the longest epic poems in the world
"The Bhagavad Gita" by Vyasa
A part of the Mahabharata, the Bhagavad Gita is a conversation between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer. It addresses moral and philosophical dilemmas
"The Palace of Illusions" by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
This novel is a retelling of the Mahabharata from the perspective of Draupadi, exploring her emotions, challenges, and the events that unfolded in the epic
"Sita: An Illustrated Retelling of the Ramayana" by Devdutt Pattanaik
Devdutt Pattanaik is known for his accessible retellings of Hindu mythology. This book focuses on the character of Sita and provides a fresh perspective on the Ramayana
"The Immortals of Meluha" by Amish Tripathi
The first book in the Shiva Trilogy, this modern fantasy series reimagines the Hindu god Shiva as a mortal and follows his adventures. The series incorporates elements of mythology, history, and philosophy
"Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharata" by Devdutt Pattanaik
Another work by Devdutt Pattanaik, "Jaya" provides a concise retelling of the Mahabharata, accompanied by illustrations
"The Shiva Purana" by Various Authors
A significant scripture among the Puranas, the Shiva Purana contains narratives about Lord Shiva, his manifestations, and the origin of the universe
"Karna's Wife: The Outcast's Queen" by Kavita Kane
This novel tells the story of Uruvi, the neglected wife of Karna from the Mahabharata, exploring her perspective and struggles
"My Gita" by Devdutt Pattanaik
In this book, Devdutt Pattanaik provides a personal interpretation of the Bhagavad Gita, offering insights into its teachings and philosophy