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Devdutt Pattanaik writes, illustrates and lectures on the relevance of mythology in modern times. He has, since 1996, written over thirty books and 600 columns on how stories, symbols and rituals construct the subjective truth (myths) of ancient and modern cultures around the world. His books with Penguin Random House India include The Book of Ram, Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharata, Sita: An IllustratedRetelling of the Ramayana, The Girl Who Chose and the 'Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik' series, among others. He consults with corporations on leadership and governance, and TV channels on mythological serials. His TV shows include Business Sutra on CNBC-TV18 and Devlok on Epic Channel. To know more, visit www.devdutt.com.
Where did the name Radha come from?
When did Christianity first come to India?
What is the connection between sanskar and dharma?
After the enormous success of the first two seasons of EPIC Channel's Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik, India's favourite mythologist is back with a third instalment to answer these questions and more, this time delving deeper into Hinduism and other religions as well!
In this volume, you will read about the various versions of the Ramayana found across Asia. There are chapters on Buddhism and Jainism and their fascinating histories. Learn where the concept of marriage comes from, the reasons behind the many riti-riwaz in Hinduism and the place of fathers and fatherhood in Indian mythology, among myriad other topics and lesser-known tales-all tackled by Devdutt in a Q&A format.
Covering over fifteen informative and inspiring episodes, this volume is a heady mix of education and entertainment.
Product Details
Title: | Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik 3 [Paperback] Pattanaik Devdutt [Paperback] Devdutt Pattanaik |
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Author: | Devdutt Pattanaik |
SKU: | BK0034158 |
EAN: | 9780143442790 |
Language: | English |
Binding: | Paperback |