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Category Fiction
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English

ISBN 9789390742547

Rs. 638

Pan Macmillan

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Draupadi
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Draupadi

By Koral Dasgupta · Published by Pan Macmillan

Who it's for: Readers interested in feminist retellings of mythological figures

“Draupadi: The Sati Series III” by Koral Dasgupta offers a fresh perspective on the iconic queen of Indraprastha. This book delves beyond her legendary status, exploring her inner world, true desires, and the complexities of her relationships. From her unique bond with Krishna and unconventional marriage to the Pandava brothers, to her interactions with Kunti and Bhishma, Dasgupta foregrounds Draupadi's personal journey and her deep yearning to build a loving home, presenting her as both contemporary and timeless.Why You Should Read? Explores Draupadi's personal life and motivations, often overlooked in traditional narratives. Provides a feminist reinterpretation of a central figure from the Mahabharata. Offers insight into the Pancha Kanyas series, focusing on women's experiences in Hindu epics. Presents a nuanced portrayal of Draupadi's relationships and her quest for identity.

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Highlights

  • Explores Draupadi's personal life and motivations, often overlooked in traditional narratives.
  • Provides a feminist reinterpretation of a central figure from the Mahabharata.
  • Offers insight into the Pancha Kanyas series, focusing on women's experiences in Hindu epics.
  • Presents a nuanced portrayal of Draupadi's relationships and her quest for identity.

Themes

Feminism · Identity · Relationships · Mahabharata · Women in epics

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Category Fiction
Author Koral Dasgupta
Publisher Pan Macmillan
ISBN 9789390742547
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English
Authenticity 100% Authentic Edition
SKU 2010000092231

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Questions about this book

Is this book part of a series?

Yes, it is the third book in the Sati Series, focusing on the Pancha Kanyas.

What is the book's perspective on Draupadi?

It offers a feminist reinterpretation, exploring her inner world, desires, and relationships beyond her legendary status.

Does the book cover Draupadi's relationships with other characters?

Yes, it discusses her bond with Krishna, her marriage to the Pandavas, and interactions with Kunti and Bhishma.

What is the main theme of the book?

The main theme is Draupadi's personal journey and her yearning to build a loving home, presenting her as both contemporary and timeless.