The Ramayana: a Retelling

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana as they leave behind the palace comforts of Ayodhya, because of a family conflict, to spend fourteen years in Dandaka Forest. Their peaceful exile is shattered when the powerful King of Rakshasas, Ravana, abducts Sita, to avenge his sister’s mutilation, and hides her in Lanka, setting in motion one of the greatest tales ever told. Determined to rescue her, Rama and Lakshmana embark on a perilous quest, forging an extraordinary friendship with the mighty Hanuman, the noble monkey-king Sugriva, the self-sacrificing Jatayu, and a fearless monkey army. With Nala and Nila building a bridge across the vast ocean, Rama prepares for an epic battle against Ravana and his formidable, illusive rakshasas. Vividly retold by bestselling author Meena Arora Nayak, The Ramayana invites readers to discover how the epic is not about heroes and villains or a battle between good and evil. It is about the dilemmas of life and the good and bad choices we make. While being a story about loyalty, perseverance, honour, and love, it is also about pride, ego, dishonour, and loss. Written from the perspective of such human experiences, this brilliant retelling will captivate readers of all ages with its relatable themes, lucid prose, and masterful storytelling.