"The Rāmāyana, Volume 4. Uttara Kānda" by Valmiki is an ancient Indian epic weaving together themes of duty, heroism, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Set after a great battle where demons were vanquished and a kingdom restored, the poem opens with praise for a mighty prince, whose curiosity about his foes leads to the unearthing of ancient rivalries and celestial conflicts, exploring how a lineage of powerful beings came to oppose the gods. The narrative style is a rich tapestry of conversations and origin stories of a powerful foes, setting readers on a journey through divine intervention, destiny and legendary events.
The Rāmāyana, Volume 4. Uttara Kānda
By Valmiki
When a celebrated ruler inquires about the roots of his defeated enemies, a sage uncovers secrets of gods and demons, revealing an ancient, ongoing conflict between light and darkness.
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About the AuthorValmiki was a legendary poet who is celebrated as the traditional author of the epic Ramayana, based on the attribution in the text itself. He is revered as Ādi Kavi, the first poet, author of Ramayana, the first epic poem.
Valmiki was a legendary poet who is celebrated as the traditional author of the epic Ramayana, based on the attribution in the text itself. He is revered as Ādi Kavi, the first poet, author of Ramayana, the first epic poem.
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