Nala och Dayamanti: En indisk dikt ur Mahabharata by active 12th century Sriharsa

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Author Sriharsa, active 12th century
Translator Kellgren, Abraham Herman August, 1822-1856
Title Nala och Dayamanti: En indisk dikt ur Mahabharata
Note Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Jari Koivisto
Summary "Nala och Damayanti: En indisk dikt ur Mahabharata" by Sriharsa is a poetic narrative drawn from the Mahabharata, a monumental epic written in the early medieval period. The text recounts the tragic and romantic story of Nala, a skilled king, and his devotion to his beloved Damayanti, exploring themes of love, loss, and destiny. As they navigate challenges brought about by deceit and misfortune, their relationship highlights the complexities of duty, honor, and resilience in ancient Indian culture. The opening of the narrative introduces Nala, the noble king of Nishadha, endowed with exceptional virtues and charm, as well as Damayanti, the beautiful daughter of King Bhima. Their love blossoms in the background of competitive suitors seeking Damayanti’s hand, with a heavenly swan playing a pivotal role in uniting them through divine intervention. As the story unfolds, Nala's fate begins to entwine with themes of gambling and betrayal, setting the stage for the trials they will face together as well as the challenges that will test their loyalty and commitment. The narrative's rich tapestry reflects its roots in the Mahabharata while establishing the standalone significance of Nala and Damayanti's poignant tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Swedish
LoC Class PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
Subject Nala (Hindu mythology) -- Poetry
Subject Damayanti (Hindu mythology) -- Poetry
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EBook-No. 60111
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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