The Illustrated Mahabharata

The Author Bibek Debroy's edition of Mahabharat is one amongst the famous English editions as it has the exact same contents of authentic version of Veda Vyasa Sanskrit Poem. This book is based on the same author and DK has done it's best in illustrating the story of Mahabharat. The quality of the paper is so good and glossy and also the book is very sturdy. Amazon packed the book in a simple cover only, but luckily no damages were there during the delivery. The price in the Amazon is the lowest comparing the cost from the other dealers for the same book. Anyways I am so happy that the worlds greatest epic is in my hands now. Appropriate age to learn this illustrated book is 13+. Definitely not suitable for the kids, but adults will definitely enjoy reading this book. If you are looking the Mahabharat for kids, then you can go with Amar Chitra Katha Mahabharat boxed edition.

Wish I could give one extra rating to the book. So picturesque and collects evidence of the epic from various sources including painting, dance and statues all over the Bharatvarsha. Every page summarizes one part of the story with pictures. Please note if this is your first book on Mahabharata, then it should not be bought. I refer Mahabharata (3 volumes) by Amar Chitra Katha for an easy understanding of the epic. Then this book can be supplemented to a deeper understanding. Also, please note the book is not written from a religious point of view, but it does conveys the greatness of Bharatvarsha. The story try to follow the sequence of the epic but it may not be the case always. What is amazing is its collection of stories which I have never read elsewhere like law of niyoga and story of Sikhandi. Definitely a must buy.

Every Hindu home this book is an mandatory book you need to keep Book: The book content and illustrated way was excellent, great info with good lots of stories and special that's to Devdutt Pattnaik Quality: it's very great binding and we can always store for long time more over its an simple way of reference for Mahabharata Package:Amazon package is not that great and unsatisfactory. Price: of the book is little high Finally it's undoubtedly a great book in my life Thank you DK

Gives a brief insight to the mahabharatam with visual imagery and perfect narration,systematic and really great for young adults.

Generously illustrated, attractively designed, this is a great addition to any collection... One can continue to take small delectable bite sized bits and accomplish reading this in a leisurely fashion!!!

Great collectors item and gift idea

Great way of storytelling the mahabharata. The illustrations and photos add a nice visual touch

The book has 18 chapters with beautiful illustrations to keep readers engaged along with sholkas. It also has Harivamsha: The Book of Krishna

Sehr, sehr schönes , wunderbar illustriertes Buch, wie von DK gewohnt. Printed and sent from India, wie passend, denn dies ist das große schöne Epos über das große Indien...Maha-Bharata. Namasté und Danke!

Contains a lot of detailed context information, not just about the stories themselves but also how they connection with modern India. Comes with many beautiful photos of historical artifacts, locations, as well as people. The pages are very easy on the eyes, people who don’t read very often will still have an easy time with this book. The beautiful illustrations that go with each page will ensure that there is no feeling of monotony.

I am enjoying the book. Amazing illustrations and very informative! Very good guide to the epic! I have watched the movie before so I knew the story. Arrived at the promised day as well

I have read numerous versions of the Mahabharata. Though this book does not tell the story as a narrative, it is enormously informative. It picks specific episodes from the Mahabharat and illustrates how these stories are represented in visual and performative arts. I have come back to it many times over the years I've owned it, simply to browse, or to delve into a particular episode that has come to mind. My kids have enjoyed the Mahabharata when I've read it to them in comic book form, and this book has often been what we've gone to, to better understand how these stories are represented in art and culture. A spectacular companions to one of the most important imaginative works humanity has produced, beautifully produced and illustrated.

What a gorgeous book! The massive amount of bright bold illustrations will keep you engaged for sure.