The Mahabharata, Epic of the Bharatas

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Source of the Stories

These stroybooks are based on a condensed English verse translation of the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic, by Romesh C. Dutt. The text centers on the legendary rivalry between the Pandu and Kuru princes, tracing their journey from a competitive tournament of arms to a life of betrayal and exile. Key highlights include the valiant feats of Arjun, the introduction of his formidable rival Karna, and the dramatic gambling match where the Pandavas lose their kingdom and freedom. Interspersed with the central narrative are moral legends, most notably the tale of Savitri, whose profound devotion and wisdom allow her to reclaim her husband’s soul from the god of death. The work serves as a cultural and moral storehouse, illustrating the complex interplay of duty, virtue, and fate in Hindu tradition.

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I. The Tournament

II. The Bride’s Choice

III. The Imperial Sacrifice

IV: The Fatal Dice

V. Woman’s Love

VI. Cattle-Lifting

VII: The Council of War

VIII. Fall of Bhishma

IX. Fall of Drona

X. Fall of Karna

XI. Funeral Rites

XII. Sacrifice of the Horse

Conclusion

 

Mahabharata

 

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