Bhishma's Mahabharat : Omens of War

Bhishma's Mahabharat: Omens of War by Ravindra Shobhane – The Epic Through Its Greatest Witness

Bhishma's Mahabharat: Omens of War by Ravindra Shobhane retells the great epic through Bhishma, the patriarch of the Kuru dynasty. This is the English edition of a Marathi classic.

On the eve of Kurukshetra, an old warrior stands on his chariot knowing the war will destroy the lineage he swore to protect. Why does he not stop it?

About This Book

Alone before the battle, Bhishma recalls the vow that transformed Devavrat into Bhishma, the sacrifices made for duty and the silences kept in the face of adharma. Figures such as Dhritarashtra, Gandhari, Krishna, Kunti, Karna and Yudhishthir pass through his memories.

This first volume is a psychological and philosophical reimagining in which the central question is not who won, but what dharma, power, destiny and humanity truly mean.

What You'll Discover

• The Mahabharat told through the eyes of Bhishma
• The vow that changed Devavrat into Bhishma
• Conflicted characters driven by ambition, love, jealousy, loyalty and fear
• A psychological look at dharma, power and destiny
• The first volume of a larger retelling

Perfect For

• Readers of Indian mythology and epic retellings
• Fans of the Mahabharat who want a new perspective
• Those who enjoy philosophical, character-driven fiction
• Readers who want to explore Marathi literature in English

Why You'll Love This Book

Bhishma's Mahabharat: Omens of War brings a fresh, reflective voice to a familiar epic. If you want to look at the road to Kurukshetra through its most tragic figure, Ravindra Shobhane's novel is a compelling choice.