The Great Indian Epics : The Stories of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata by Oman et al.

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Adapter Oman, John Campbell, 1841-1911
Contributor Valmiki
Title The Great Indian Epics : The Stories of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata
Edition New edition, revised.
Original Publication London: George Routledge and Sons, 1900.
Note Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Jwala Kumar Sista, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Summary "The Great Indian Epics: The Stories of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata" by John Campbell Oman is a historical account that reflects on ancient Indian literature and philosophy, likely written in the late 19th century. This work endeavors to make the vast narratives of the Ramayana and Mahabharata accessible to English readers by summarizing their themes, characters, and key events, while emphasizing the cultural significance they hold for millions in India. The opening of this volume introduces the context of the Indian epics, noting their challenging length and depth, which often deter readers. Oman articulates his intent to distill the essence of these epics into a more digestible format, while preserving their rich mythological and ethical dimensions. The introduction highlights the profound impact of these stories on Indian society and their relevance in understanding the historical and philosophical underpinnings of Hindu culture. The subsequent sections promise a careful examination of the narratives and characters, beginning with the story of Rama in the Ramayana, emphasizing its lasting influence and the moral lessons embedded within the tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
Subject India -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Epic literature, Sanskrit -- Adaptations
Subject Heroes -- India -- Fiction
Subject Hindu mythology -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 73417
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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