Kurukshetra

Author: লক্ষ্মীনারায়ণ হাজরা
Genre: Ramayan - Mahabharat - Puran Charcha
ISBN: 9789350408452
Pages: 300
Weight: 435 gram

Book Description:

‘Kurukshetra: আঠারো দিনের যুদ্ধ’ delves into the epic battle of the Mahabharata, the monumental war between the Pandavas and Kauravas that raged for eighteen days. This book provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the Kurukshetra war, a catastrophic and devastating conflict, presented in a straightforward and lucid language.

The author, Laxminarayan Hazra, explores the internal struggles and dilemmas of the key figures involved in this epic battle. From Dhritarashtra’s internal turmoil and Duryodhana’s imperialistic ambitions to Yudhishthira’s obsession with gambling, and the public humiliation of Draupadi in the royal court, these tragic events culminate in the catastrophic war.

The book carefully examines the consequences of these actions, including the eventual departure of key figures such as Bhishma, Dronacharya, Karna, Jayadratha, Shalya, Abhimanyu, Shikhandi, Dhrishtadyumna, and Duryodhana himself. The resulting destruction, embodied by the Kurukshetra battlefield, resonates through poignant depictions of the heart-rending grief of Uttara, Dushala, and other bereaved characters.

In the midst of these tragedies, Gandhari and Draupadi, both of whom lose their sons, come face to face. The book not only explores the war but also brings forward the emotional and moral dilemmas that arose as a result of the destructive conflict.

This exploration of the Kurukshetra war offers readers a deep understanding of the epic’s profound significance, shedding light on the fateful events that shaped the course of Indian history.