‘Krishna’s Mahabharatas: Devotional Retellings of an Epic Narrative’, by Sohini Sarah Pillai | Synapse
September 24, 2025Open Access
‘Krishna’s Mahabharatas: Devotional Retellings of an Epic Narrative’, by Sohini Sarah Pillai
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The book delves into various retellings of the Mahabharata, emphasizing Krishnas's influence on these narratives.
It highlights how different cultures interpret and present the epic, enriching its literary significance.
Pillai's exploration of devotional themes offers insights into the spiritual dimensions of the Mahabharata.
The comparative analysis showcases the versatility of the epic across different narrative styles and contexts.
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Krishna’s Mahabharatas: Devotional Retellings of an Epic Narrative, by Sohini Sarah Pillai. New York: Oxford University Press, 2024. 296 pp., £62 (hb). ISBN 9780197753552 (hb).