Selections from Vyasa's Mahabharata – The Dicing and The Sequel to Dicing - The Temptation of Karna

Bibliographic Details

Author: Vyasa

Translated and Edited by: J.A.B. Van Buitenen

Introduction by: Kavita A. Sharma

ISBN-13: 9789391011543

Pages: 198

Edition: First Edition (2026)

Genre: Literature & Fiction / Classics / Indian Classics / Epic & Mythological Literature

Price: ₹200

Description

Selections from Vyasa’s Mahabharata: The Dicing and The Sequel to Dicing and Temptation of Karna is a thoughtful and accessible volume drawn from one of the foundational epics of world literature. Centered on some of the most dramatic and morally charged episodes of the Mahabharata, this edition brings together the fateful game of dice, its devastating aftermath, and the deeply human conflict surrounding Karna.

These selections illuminate themes of destiny, pride, loyalty, dharma, humiliation, and tragic choice. The dicing episode remains one of the most powerful moments in Indian epic tradition, revealing how personal weakness, political ambition, and ethical failure can alter the course of history. The companion sections deepen the emotional and philosophical weight of the narrative, especially through the figure of Karna, whose inner conflict continues to engage readers across generations.

Translated and edited by J.A.B. Van Buitenen, this edition offers readers a clear and literary entry into the epic’s complexity. The introduction by Kavita A. Sharma adds interpretive value, making the volume especially useful for students, teachers, and general readers interested in Indian literature, mythology, and cultural thought.

Ideal for academic reading as well as personal study, this compact edition preserves the grandeur of the original epic while presenting key passages in a focused, reader-friendly form. It is a valuable addition to collections of Indian classics, comparative literature, and mythological studies.

Key Features

• Selected episodes from the Mahabharata in a compact edition
• Includes The Dicing, its sequel, and Temptation of Karna
• Highlights themes of dharma, fate, honour, and tragic choice
• Features translation and editing by J.A.B. Van Buitenen
• Includes an introduction by Kavita A. Sharma
• Useful for students of literature, mythology, and Indian thought
• Explores one of the epic’s most powerful political episodes
• Offers insight into Karna’s moral and emotional complexity
• Suitable for classroom use, reference, and personal reading
• A meaningful addition to Indian classical literature collections

Manufacturer Details

Publisher: Doaba Publications

Imprint: Aedha Imprints

Manufactured by: Doaba Corporation

Year: 2026

Email: care@doababooks.com

Address: 4551-16, Shanti Mohan House, 16 Ansari Road, Daryaganj - 110002

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