A Timeless Epic: Jaishankar Prasad's 'Kamayani'

Kamayani [Paperback] Jaishankar Prasad

Jaishankar Prasad's 'Kamayani' stands as an extraordinary Hindi odyssey, plunging into the ancient Vedic sagas surrounding Manu and Shraddha, the legendary archetypes of humanity who weathered the cataclysmic inundation. Through the lens of these protagonists, Prasad intricately navigates the labyrinthine landscape of human sentiment, traversing from trepidation to euphoria, thereby crafting an enriching narrative that reverberates deeply with audiences. Esteemed as a monumental literary achievement—often regarded as the pinnacle following Tulsidas’ 'Ramcharitmanas'—this work illuminates Prasad’s unparalleled narrative artistry and poetic brilliance. The author's remarkable skill in intertwining age-old mythology with profound philosophical reflections positions 'Kamayani' as an enduring gem within Hindi literature, inviting readers on a mesmerizing voyage through the tapestry of human existence and spiritual enlightenment.

• Author: Jaishankar Prasad
• Publisher: Maple Press (1 March 2019)
• Genre: Poetry
• ISBN: 978-9388304771
• Pages: 136 pages