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Ratings : ★★★★★ (4.7/5)
Genre : Mythology / Indian Literature / Classics / Non-Fiction

Review:
''Mahabharata by C. Rajagopalachari, popularly known as Rajaji, is a masterful retelling of India's greatest epic. Rajaji, a great patriot, astute politician, and one of India's most respected statesmen, brings his inimitable flair for storytelling to this monumental work. Originally written in Tamil and translated into refined, simple English mainly by Rajaji himself, this version preserves the beauty and spirit of the great original while making it accessible to modern readers. Rajaji's close association with Mahatma Gandhi and his deep understanding of Indian culture and philosophy shine through these pages. He not only retells the stories of the Kurukshetra war and the fates of the Pandavas and Kauravas but also applies their moral lessons to the needs of contemporary times. Rajaji's ability to distill the epic's complex themes—duty, righteousness, loyalty, and the eternal struggle between good and evil—into clear, engaging prose is truly remarkable. The author, who passed away in 1972 at the age of 94, also wrote popular books on Marcus Aurelius, the Bhagavad Gita, and the Upanishads. This timeless classic is essential reading for anyone interested in Indian mythology, culture, and spiritual wisdom.''