Ramayana A Tale of Gods and Demons

by Prime, Ranchor; Sharma, B.G.

• ISBN13: 9781932771022
• ISBN10: 1932771026
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-03-01
• Publisher: SIMON & SCHUSTER

Summary

In this compact edition of the Ranchor Prime's illuminated coffee-table book, the timeless tale of banishment, devotion, and heroism is presented in a modern, accessible voice.

Author Biography

Ranchor Prime is the author of several books on the culture and spirituality of India, speaking to Hindu environmental issues as a Hindu religious scholar. He is an advisor on religion and conservation to the Alliance of Religions and Conservation, and he is co-founder and director of Friends of Vrindavan, an environmental charity aimed at protecting sacred forests in India. He lives in London.

B.G. Sharma is a recipient of the prestigious National Art Award bestowed by the president of India. He is internationally recognized for his mastery of the traditional styles of Kangra, Kishangarh, and Mughal, as well as for pioneering his own painting style. Sharma has been commissioned to create portraits of heads of state, such as Prime Minister Indira Ghandi and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. He is the recipient of the Independent Publisher’s Award for Prince of Dharma (Mandala, 2003) and a two-time finalist for the Benjamin Franklin Award (2002 and 2003). He lives in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. VIII
Rama's Youth	p. 1
Banishment to the Forest	p. 17
Forest Life	p. 37
The Monkey Kingdom	p. 53
The Island of Lanka	p. 63
Rama Is Victorious	p. 75
The Final Episode	p. 93
List of Illustrations	p. 98
About the Author	p. 100
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