Title: Jaratkaru: The Princess who saved Naga clan: An Untold Story of first genocide of Aryawarta
Publisher: Evincepub Publishing
Copyright: 2023
Language: English
Genre: History Mythology Epics
Shelving Location: History
Dewey Decimal Classification: 294
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Review:
Jaratkaru: An Untold Story of First Genocide of Aryawarta by Dr. Priya Dandage is a captivating narration which has explored an untrodden story from Indian Mythology. The book vividly revolves around the themes of responsibilities, sacrifices, vengeance, dutifulness. Jaratkaru is both intriguing and empowering. She is the epitome of love and sacrifice - not for a person but for her clan. She places responsibility before selfishness and ego.
Ancient Indian History has created epics such as The Ramayan and The Mahabharat. From time immemorial, Indians have grown up listening to the stories of these legends. Ramanyan is known to instil in us the values of respect and sacrifice while Mahabharat teaches us the Ideals of life.
After reading "The Shiva Trilogy" and "Ramchandra Series" by Amish Tripathi, I was on the lookout for a similar historical read. Thanks to the author - Dr. Priya Dandage, I am totally mesmerized by her book - Jaratkaru - an untold story of first genocide of Aryawarta.
Naga King Takshaka vowed to avenge the inferno triggered by Arjuna. He poisoned Arjuna's grandson - Parikshit. Parikshit's son - Janmajeya swore to kill the entire Naga clan from Aryawarta. The book narrates these and many unknown incidences in a very captivating manner. The resultant conflicts see a future of extinction. At a point, where there seems no hope of saving the Naga clan, comes forward Jaratkaru - the princess and the sister of King Vasuki. The princess is deeply in love with Prabhasa. however, destiny and King Vasuki have planned something else for her.
What will Jaratkaru do now? Will she be able to forget the love of her life or will she be dutiful toward her clan and responsibilities?
The book is written in a very lucid and flowing language by Dr. Priya Dandage. The story is intertwined with many different characters and yet there is no thread which is left loose. The characters, the landscape and our ancient history has been marvellously depicted and narrated by the author.
Jaratkaru is a fascinating and thought provoking read which reiterates the adage - "With Great Power comes Great Responsibility."
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