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Bed of Arrows
Bed of Arrows
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‘The point of view of Bhishma […] articulated eloquently.’—Bibek Debroy
A vow, a sacrifice and a false sense of duty became an unshakeable curse for a mighty warrior.
In Bed of Arrows, Kush Bhargava retells Mahabharata through the eyes of a man whose decision to relinquish his right to the throne ironically fuels a fight for it and nearly takes the kingdom towards doom.
Lying on his bed of arrows for 58 nights, waiting to summon Yama, the Lord of Death, Bhishma meditates on the nature of heroism, sacrifice and the eternal struggle between dharma and desire. His entire life, Bhishma grapples with a sense of abandonment and helplessness, made tortuous by his vow of celibacy and promise to protect the throne of Hastinapura. As the Kauravas and Pandavas wage war, Bhishma is forced to reflect on the curse that shaped his destiny, wondering whether he would be remembered for his past glories or condemned for his passivity.
In Bed of Arrows, Bhargava’s poignant storytelling invites readers to explore the psyche of one of history’s most iconic figures and the enduring lessons hidden within ancient lore.
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ASIN : B0DCJG9WNC
Publisher : Rupa Publications India (15 August 2024)
Language : English
File size : 4767 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 346 pages
Page numbers source ISBN : 9361562142
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‘The point of view of Bhishma […] articulated eloquently.’—Bibek Debroy
A vow, a sacrifice and a false sense of duty became an unshakeable curse for a mighty warrior.
In Bed of Arrows, Kush Bhargava retells Mahabharata through the eyes of a man whose decision to relinquish his right to the throne ironically fuels a fight for it and nearly takes the kingdom towards doom.
Lying on his bed of arrows for 58 nights, waiting to summon Yama, the Lord of Death, Bhishma meditates on the nature of heroism, sacrifice and the eternal struggle between dharma and desire. His entire life, Bhishma grapples with a sense of abandonment and helplessness, made tortuous by his vow of celibacy and promise to protect the throne of Hastinapura. As the Kauravas and Pandavas wage war, Bhishma is forced to reflect on the curse that shaped his destiny, wondering whether he would be remembered for his past glories or condemned for his passivity.
In Bed of Arrows, Bhargava’s poignant storytelling invites readers to explore the psyche of one of history’s most iconic figures and the enduring lessons hidden within ancient lore.
From the Publisher
ASIN : B0DCJG9WNC
Publisher : Rupa Publications India (15 August 2024)
Language : English
File size : 4767 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 346 pages
Page numbers source ISBN : 9361562142
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Customers find the narrative style moving and evocative. They describe the book as an easy, compelling read with simple language that helps them understand the finer aspects of the story. The book invites readers to ponder timeless questions about duty, destiny, and the price of truth. Readers appreciate the lucid pacing and thoughtful character development.
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