Bharavi's Poem Kiratarjuniya Or Arjuna's Combat With The Kirata

by Bharavi

Book Overview

Bharavi's Poem Kiratarjuniya Or Arjuna's Combat With The Kirata is a classical Indian epic poem that narrates the story of the great warrior Arjuna and his battle with the Kirata tribe. The poem is written in Sanskrit and is considered one of the finest works of Indian literature. The story is set in the forest of Khandava where Arjuna, one of the Pandava brothers, goes to hunt with his friend Krishna. The Kiratas, a tribe of forest-dwellers, also live in the same forest and are hostile towards the Pandavas. Arjuna and Krishna are challenged by the Kiratas to a battle and the rest of the poem describes the fierce combat between the two sides. Bharavi's Poem Kiratarjuniya is known for its rich imagery, vivid descriptions and complex metaphors. The poem is divided into eighteen cantos and is a masterpiece of Indian literature. It is also considered an important work in Hindu mythology and is often studied by scholars and students of Indian literature. Overall, Bharavi's Poem Kiratarjuniya Or Arjuna's Combat With The Kirata is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian literature, mythology or history. The poem is a beautiful and timeless work of art that continues to inspire readers even today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162985623
• ISBN13: 9781162985626
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"