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Title: Ganga the Constant Goddess Author: Anuja Chandramouli Published on: 20th November 2018 Publisher:   Rupa Publications Binding: Paperback ISBN: 9353332680 "The wise men,when looking for a place of sacrifice, made sure there was a perennial source of water." BLURB Believed to be the liquid manifestation of Shakti and the nurturer of the three worlds with her life-sustaining waters, Goddess Ganga is the epitome of beauty and purity, famous for her indomitable spirit and boundless charm. Renowned as a devoted daughter, a caring mother, a passionate lover, and a merciful saviour, she is here to absorb and absolve us of our sins. A constant goddess, she is part of the Indian ethos, revered, and loved across the ages. The exquisite epic that is Ganga’s story, from her miraculous origins, her sojourn in the heavens, her poignant relationships with the divine trinity, the birth of her sons—Bhishma and Kartikeya, and her descent into a wicked wo...

Title: Kartikeya Author: Anuja Chandramouli Published by:  Rupa publications Published on: 30.11.17 Binding: Paperback Pages: 240 ISBN:  978-8129149114 BLURB Unravel the puzzle that is the mysterious and misunderstood son of Mahadeva—KARTIKEYA. Kartikeya was born from the flames of a desperate need, an ardent desire and an utmost devastation. In him was distilled the terrible powers of Mahadev, at its fiercest and most deadly. Although he fought many wars and slew many tyrants, yet his gifts to humanity have always been those of mercy, compassion and love. What makes this possible?  For Kartikeya, there have always been more questions than answers. Did he really walk away from his family over a piece of fruit? What about the women in his life—was he the ravisher he is at times accused of being, or the protector of women? Was he the violent warrior who revelled in bloodlust, or a gentle family man? What was his relationship with his more pop...

Title: Prithviraj Chauhan Author: Anuja Chandramouli Published by: Penguin Random House Published on: November 2017 Binding:  Paperback Pages: 315 ISBN:   9780143441199 "The worst deeds usually have the best justifications and it has seldom amounted to much in terms of exonerating one for unforgivable crimes." BLURB Prithviraj Chauhan was destiny's chosen one, singled out for glory and greatness. During the course of an extraordinary life, he transcended the limits imposed on mortals and achieved Godlike luster. The conquering hero dreamed of a united land where peace prevailed over war and love over hate. Princess Samyukta loved him from afar, and when Prithviraj Chauhan claimed her for his own, defying the wrath of an implacable foe, their happiness was complete. Victorious in love and war, Prithviraj Chauhan was soon to discover that success came with a terrible price - trials, treachery and tragedy.  COV...