Ramayana and Mahabharata in Indian art and literature
This collection explores the enduring vitality of the Ramayana and Mahabharata, showcasing their pervasive influence across Indian art and literature. Fourteen essays highlight the epics' journey through diverse mediums like decorative arts, miniature paintings, regional theatre, and even Southeast Asian adaptations. The volume emphasizes their role as "polyphonic texts," constantly reinterpreted and integrated into various cultural and religious traditions, demonstrating their living, breathing presence.
This collection explores the enduring vitality of the Ramayana and Mahabharata, showcasing their pervasive influence across Indian art and literature. Fourteen essays highlight the epics' journey through diverse mediums like decorative arts, miniature paintings, regional theatre, and even Southeast Asian adaptations. The volume emphasizes their role as "polyphonic texts," constantly reinterpreted and integrated into various cultural and religious traditions, demonstrating their living, breathing presence.
