Description
The Mahabharata: A Modern Rendering Volume 2 by Ramesh Menon is the second volume of a two-volume set that retells the classic Indian epic in a modern, accessible style. The book picks up where the first volume left off, with the Pandava and Kaurava armies poised to clash on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
Menon does an excellent job of bringing the Mahabharata to life in this volume. He captures the epic’s grand scale and sweep, while also providing a nuanced and complex portrait of its characters. The book is full of action, suspense, and drama, but it also explores themes of love, loss, duty, and redemption.
One of the things that makes Menon’s retelling of the Mahabharata so compelling is his ability to make the characters relatable to modern readers. He does this by giving them human flaws and motivations, and by showing how they are shaped by their experiences. For example, Arjuna, the Pandava prince who is torn between his duty to fight and his love for his cousins, is a character that many readers can identify with.
Another thing that makes Menon’s retelling of the Mahabharata so enjoyable is his writing style. He is a gifted storyteller who knows how to keep the reader engaged. He also uses vivid imagery to bring the scenes to life. For example, the description of the battle of Kurukshetra is truly epic in scope.
Overall, The Mahabharata: A Modern Rendering Volume 2 is a must-read for anyone who enjoys classic literature or mythology. It is a well-written and engaging retelling of one of the greatest stories ever told.
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