Geetambari: Best-Seller Marathi Novel on Bhagavad-Gita

by Rajendra Kher

Overview

The Bhagavad-Gita, the great ancient epic of the Indian philosophy told by Lord Sri Krishna to the brave Pandava warrior Arjuna, who was in the state of mental bewilderment, when he was supposed to fight with Kauravas, his enemies, on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, in the year 3101 B.C. It is surely difficult for a common reader to understand the philosophical principles of Bhagavad-Gita which is narrated in ancient Sanskrit Versified language. But Mr. Rajendra Kher, an eminent young writer has simplified it in his Marathi novel 'Geetambari.' He has particularly used the form of novel for making various episodes in Bhagvad-Gita more interesting and for capturing the readers. A common reader will be able to grasp philosophical principles with ease. Mr. Rajendra Kher has very efficiently and deftly dealt with various episodes, flashbacks and scenes making it visually effective too. Commonest of the common reader, of all ages, will be able to enjoy the reading of-'Geetambari.' In the novel 'Geetambari' the author has made every effort to transmit the divine message of Lord Sri Krishna, through beautiful scenes and their background, personal dialogues between Lord Sri Krishna and Arjuna and all the relevant characters that provide a vivid spectrum of the ancient people and their lives, their costumes, different ways of behavior accompanied with mutual conversations and background of different social and political conditions, their prevailing caste systems, religion, the conflict between Kauravas and Pandavas, the military arrangements of both the armies, the surrounding abounding nature but with a complete focus on two stable characters Sri Krishna and Arjuna, which has made this novel a visual panorama. The reader feels as if he is sitting at a vantage point and watching the whole human drama relishing the taste of divine philosophy that leads man to the eternal ultimate truth. The novelist while simplifying and elucidating the philosophy of Gita has taken the readers to other characters and situations, which are relevant to different episodes.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781532770913
Publisher:	CreateSpace Publishing
Publication date:	04/15/2016
Pages:	322
Product dimensions:	5.51(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.72(d)
Language:	Marathi

About the Author

Rajendra Kher was born in Pune, India on 3rd of January 1961. He completed his graduation from Pune University and is been writing since last 22 years. His father late Mr. B. D. Kher was also a prolific author with over a hundred books published out of which more than a couple have been garnered with awards both at National and International level. This background has helped him develop a liking for writing in the early years. He has a count of 10 works published till date, and majority of them are translated and widely accepted across languages throughout India and abroad. Mr. Kher has received 5 prestigious awards for his contribution in the field of literature so far. His novel Geetambari, based on Bhagavad-Gita, received equal response from readers and critics. English translation of this novel- The Song of Salvation published by Zumaya Publications, USA. Leadstart publishing published his book in English: EMPIRE OF THE GODS; and signed him for his other two books: 'Udayan; The Musician King of Vatsa', historical novel and 'Life After Life', a non-fiction. His work includes a novel Digvijay (The Victory), on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, now in its fifth re-printing, 'The Silent Reformer' (detailing the life and times of revered Pandurang Shastri Athavale, founder of Swadhyay Parivar). Thanks to the tremendous audience response the Marathi version of this novel is currently in its 24th edition. Dhananjay, a novel on the life of Arjuna, in its sixth re-printing. His recent suspense-fantasy novel Bindusarovar (The Bindu Lake) became popular among the readers and appeared in TOP 5 book-list of prestigious news-paper, Devanchya Rajyaat, were Gods astronauts? It is in 5th reprinting. He has had his fare share of experience in the film business, having spent around 10 years in Indian Film Industry both for small and big screen. A notable 2 years of this journey were spent as Program Director for a renowned TV channel. He has to his credit numerous scripts, screenplays and short stories for newspapers and magazines.