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Take a fresh look at India’s great epic and rediscover the lost kingdoms, dynasties, and characters of the Mahabharata, accompanied by beautiful images and discussion points.

For conditions, please view our photographs. Often described as the longest poem ever written, the Mahabharata is one of two Sanskrit epics of ancient India. Its stories resonate with us even today through its themes of conflict and dilemmas, and have been drawn on for inspiration in film, theatre, and art.

The Illustrated Mahabharata follows the tale as it unfolds through 18 episodes, or parvas, alongside stunning photographs, paintings, sculptures, and historical artefacts. Discover the principal characters of the Mahabharata and their family trees, and understand key moments – from the birth of Pandavas and Kauravas to the death of the elders.

This definitive guide also highlights important quotes, themes, and historical context points to explore and enrich your understanding of the stories.

Know the Mahabharata with this beautiful retelling of India’s greatest epic.

Reviews:

• Take a fresh look at India’s great epic with The Illustrated Mahabharata and rediscover the lost kingdoms, dynasties, and characters of the Mahabharata. Follow the tale as it unfolds through 18 Parvas with stunning photographs, paintings, sculptures, and historical artefacts. Discover the principal characters of the Mahabharata and their family trees, and understand key moments from the birth of Pandavas and Kauravas to the death of the elders. Know the Mahabharata with this beautiful retelling of India’s greatest epic.

• I’m one of those “I never write reviews” people, but this guide to one of India’s great epics is the most beautiful book I own, so I felt I had to share my thoughts. It’s huge, beautifully illustrated and really well laid out such that it’s easy to digest and a joy to read. It was an impulse buy that I am more than happy I made. If you’re interested in Eastern philosophy, mythology or just incredible works of art, you will not be disappointed.

• Definitely DK published what is absolutely the best graphic description of the Indian Epic: whatever you want to know about the places, the characters and whatever else on the Mahabharata, is found here. A great and trustable source of information for everyone, both scholars or any person interested in what is considered one of the largest literary works ever written- and its great -and hidden- message. Highly recommended asking the DK guys that publish the other great Epic, the Ramayana, as soon as possible.