Publisher's Synopsis
The Mahabharata is one of the most famous and revered epic poems in Indian literature. It tells the story of a great war between two families, the Pandavas and the Kauravas, and the many characters who play a part in this conflict. Karna Parva is one of the eighteen books or parvas that make up the Mahabharata. It focuses on the character of Karna, a warrior who is both admired and reviled for his loyalty to the Kauravas, despite his birth as the son of a charioteer. This book, A Prose English Translation of the Mahabharata: Karna Parva by Parva, Bhishma, is a translation of the original Sanskrit text into English. It is a faithful rendering of the story, capturing the richness and complexity of the characters and their relationships. The translator, Parva Bhishma, has taken great care to preserve the poetic quality of the original, while also making it accessible to modern readers. The book is divided into chapters, each of which tells a different part of Karna's story. It begins with his birth and childhood, his friendship with Duryodhana, and his eventual decision to fight on the side of the Kauravas in the war. The book also explores Karna's relationships with other characters, including his mother Kunti, his wife Vrushali, and his half-brothers, the Pandavas. Throughout the book, the reader is immersed in a world of epic battles, political intrigue, and complex moral dilemmas. Karna Parva is a powerful and moving story that explores themes of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice. This translation is an excellent introduction to the Mahabharata for English-speaking readers, and a valuable addition to the library of anyone interested in Indian literature and mythology.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.
