Tulsīdāsa’s Shrī Rāma-Charita-Mānasa, written in the 16 th century, is an epic scripture that has always gripped the imagination of Bhārat (India) and shaped its value system, traditions, and culture. Yet, the original written in the vernacular, Awadhi is not understood by all. This annotated, word-for-word English translation fills that gap—enabling a deeper, in-depth understanding of the finer nuances and mysteries lurking in the greatest of scriptures ever to be written. A must-read for anyone wishing to comprehend the depths of the Rāma story told in this literary masterpiece.

The scripture, a voluminous text, with translation, annotated notes, and images is laid out in three volumes. The following details provide a bird’s eye view of the contents of this book.

Volume III

This includes the last two Cantos, VI-VII, and a rich and extensive Glossary and Indices.

• Canto VI: Lankā Kānda—The Lankā Canto 

Building of the bridge, march of Rāma’s army to Lankā, Angada as Rāma’s emissary in Rāvana’s court, the war and killing of Rāvana, rescue of Sītā, Vibhīshana’s investiture, and return to Ayodhyā.

• Canto VII: Uttara Kānda—The Canto on the later events 

Rāma’s “Investiture”, His rule, end of His earthly pastimes, and an extensive philosophical discourse between Kāka Bhushundi and Garura.

• Hardcover: 572 pages
• Publisher: White Falcon Publishing; 1 edition (2023)
• Author: Chandan Lal Dhody (Translator)
• ISBN-13: 9781636409276
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 X 11 inches

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