{"product_id":"valmikis-women","title":"Valmiki's Women","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eValmiki's Women \u003c\/em\u003e offers a fresh and thought-provoking perspective on one of India's most celebrated epics. Anand Neelakantan revisits the legendary \u003cem\u003eRamayana\u003c\/em\u003e to explore the lives and voices of its female characters. From Sita and Kaikeyi to lesser-known figures like Mandodari and Surpanakha, the book sheds light on their untold stories, dilemmas, and the strength they exhibit in a male-dominated narrative. With his signature style of humanizing mythological figures, Neelakantan questions traditional interpretations and invites readers to see these women through a nuanced lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Should Read This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a feminist retelling of \u003cem\u003eThe Ramayana\u003c\/em\u003e, focusing on its women characters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChallenges conventional views, offering fresh insights into well-loved stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplores themes of love, betrayal, power, and resilience, making it deeply relatable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by a master storyteller known for reimagining Indian mythology with empathy and depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for readers interested in mythology, history, and gender studies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnand Neelakantan is an acclaimed author known for his retellings of Indian mythology from the perspectives of lesser-heard voices. His debut novel, \u003cem\u003eAsura: Tale of the Vanquished\u003c\/em\u003e, won widespread acclaim for its unique take on \u003cem\u003eThe Ramayana\u003c\/em\u003e from Ravana’s point of view. He has since authored several bestsellers, including \u003cem\u003eAjaya\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eVanara\u003c\/em\u003e, and is celebrated for questioning traditional narratives and breathing new life into ancient epics. His works often highlight the complexities of power, identity, and human nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Westland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45823694176509,"sku":"","price":640.0,"currency_code":"NPR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/4145\/8840\/files\/md_9789395073738_161020241359589.jpg?v=1732203971","url":"https:\/\/biblionepal.com\/fr\/products\/valmikis-women","provider":"BIBLIONEPAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}