{"product_id":"kamba-ramayana-in-two-volumes-1","title":"कम्ब रामायण  Kamba-Ramayana in Two Volumes)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eBook Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"398\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"29\"\u003eTitle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Kamba-Ramayana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"60\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e: Two volumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"153\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eVolume One\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bala Kanda, Ayodhya Kanda, Aranya Kanda, Kiskindha Kanda.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"236\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eVolume Two\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sundra Kanda, Yuddha Kanda (1st Half), Yuddha Kanda (2nd Half)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"269\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"252\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Not mentioned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"280\"\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"306\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"299\"\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"330\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardbound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"377\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"398\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"391\"\u003ePacking\u003c\/strong\u003e: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"781\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eThe Kamba-Ramayana, composed by the Tamil poet Mahari Kamban, is one of the regional versions of the great Ramayana. Unlike the seven Kandas of the Valmiki Ramayana, the Kamba-Ramayana consists of six Kandas, offering a unique regional take on the epic story. It is considered one of the most significant contributions to the Ramayana tradition in South India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eKamban was a master of the Tamil language and was well-versed in the southern reception of Valmiki's Ramayana. His rendition of the epic blends elements of southern traditions with the core themes of the Valmiki Ramayana, highlighting the virtues of Rama, his devotion, his duty, and his devotion to Sita.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eIn this version, Kamban includes several unique episodes not found in the Valmiki text, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eThe churning of the ocean and Vishnu's appearance in the form of Mohini.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eThe conversation between Lakshmana and Tãrã.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eThe destruction of Dhrumkulya.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eThe battle between Sugriva and Ravana.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eThe journey of the she-monkeys to Ayodhya.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eA dialogue between Kumbhakarna and Vibhishana.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eThis translation provides English readers access to Kamban's masterpiece, allowing them to explore the distinctive elements of his work while still retaining the essence of the original epic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003ePreface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eThe Ramayana has been central to the spiritual and cultural life of India for millennia. Originally composed by Sage Valmiki, it has inspired numerous regional versions across the subcontinent, each adding local flavor to the narrative. The Kamba-Ramayana is one such contribution, written in Tamil by Kamban, who is believed to have lived during the 9th to 12th century CE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003eKamban’s work, although based on Valmiki’s Ramayana, includes several new elements and takes liberties with the story, which adds depth and complexity to the characters and episodes. Kamban’s dedication to the poetic form, intricate details, and devotion to the divine nature of Rama make this version of the Ramayana an essential part of India’s cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2801\"\u003eThe translation provides a detailed account of Kamban’s verses and attempts to stay true to the spirit of the original Tamil text. It also reflects the influence of other great works in the Ramayana tradition, including the writings of Kalidasa and other regional poets, thereby contributing to a broader understanding of how the Ramayana has evolved through time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2985\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe two volumes of this English translation aim to bring this extraordinary Tamil epic to a wider audience, ensuring the legacy of Kamban’s Ramayana continues to inspire generations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vijay Kumar Govindram Hasanand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49608532033840,"sku":"DRG.VijayKumarGovindramHasanand_3456","price":1597.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/vijay-kumar-govindram-hasanand-book-default-title-kamba-ramayana-in-two-volumes-40390949732656.webp?v=1775968770","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/kamba-ramayana-in-two-volumes-1","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}