The Illustrated Mahabharata

The rivalry between the Kauravas and the Pandavas, and the war it led to, is retold in this DK edition with artwork, maps and timelines supporting the narrative. Characters, episodes and lineages are set out clearly, and the retelling keeps to the structure of the epic while making it navigable for readers meeting it for the first time. Themes of dharma, karma, duty and destiny are explained in context, with notes on the historical and archaeological background of the text and the traditions that carry it. Closer look: • An illustrated retelling of the epic's main narrative arc • Profiles of principal figures and the families they belong to • Maps, timelines and genealogies that place events in order • Notes on the cultural and historical setting of the text Suitable for families, students of Indian literature and readers exploring the epic tradition, published by DK and available at Boipoka.