Short Description
Most stories are mere flights of fantasy that transport readers to different realms for entertainment. However, the tales found in ancient Indian texts are much more than just fantastical narratives. While they may appear magical on the surface, a careful reading reveals a history that is glorious beyond imagination. This book delves into such tales as the descent of Ganga, the curse of Ahalya, and the drinking of the ocean, exploring their rich historical contexts. By uncovering the historical truths behind these popular mythological stories, it offers a profound understanding of India's ancient heritage and its timeless wisdom.
More Information
ISBN 13 | 9798885751438 |
Book Language | English |
Binding | Paperback |
Publishing Year | 2024 |
Total Pages | 272 |
Edition | First |
GAIN | 955LJPSB79U |
Publishers | Garuda Prakashan |
Category | Hinduism Religion & Spirituality |
Weight | 300.00 g |
Dimension | 14.00 x 22.00 x 2.00 |
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Most stories are mere flights of fantasy that take the reader to a different realm for the purpose of entertainment. But those found in the ancient Indian texts are much more than that. While they are also fantastical and magical on the surface, when read and understood carefully they tell of a history that is glorious beyond imagination. Like the descent of Ganga, like the curse of Ahalya, like the drinking of the Ocean… This book dives deep into many such tales, popular presently in their mythological form, and discovers their historical form.
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