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Kālidāsa
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The Birth of the War-God: A Poem by Kálidása
"The Birth of the War-God: A Poem by Kálidása" by Kālidāsa is an epic poem thought to have been composed in the 5th century. When the demon Taraka terrorizes the gods, only a son of Shiva can defeat him—but the ascetic god has withdrawn from the world. Parvati must win Shiva's love through intense penance while the gods desperately scheme to unite them. This classical Sanskrit work blends romance, divine drama, and heroic destiny as it chronicles the fateful birth of the war-god Kartikeya.
Translations of Shakuntala and Other Works
"Translations of Shakuntala and Other Works" by Kalidasa is a collection of classical Indian poetry and drama likely written in the fifth century AD. This compilation showcases Kalidasa's renowned works, which include his famous play "Shakuntala," along with lesser-known dramas and poems that explore themes of love, nature, and divine intervention. The main character, Shakuntala, is presented as a strong yet tender figure who embarks on a romantic journey that intertwines with the divine and the earthly. The opening of the collection introduces readers to Kalidasa, providing insight into his life, the legends surrounding him, and his unparalleled influence on Sanskrit literature. It narrates a captivating legend about his rise from an uneducated ox-driver to a celebrated poet through divine intervention, revealing his deep connection to nature and the feminine spirit. The beginning also sets the stage for "Shakuntala," highlighting her beauty and innocence against the backdrop of a hermitage where the king first encounters her. The contrast between the natural beauty of the hermitage and the complexities of human emotions is deftly introduced, hinting at the unfolding drama of love and destiny.
Sakoontala; Or, The Lost Ring: An Indian Drama
"Sakoontala; Or, The Lost Ring: An Indian Drama" by Kālidāsa is a Sanskrit play from around the 4th century CE. When King Duṣyanta encounters the innocent Śakuntalā in a forest hermitage, their secret marriage sets off a chain of fateful events. A sage's curse causes the king to forget his bride, and a lost ring becomes her only hope for recognition. Years pass as their lives diverge, but destiny has plans of its own for the separated lovers and the son born of their union.
Sacountala, drame en sept actes, mêlé de prose et de vers
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