The Palace of Illusions: 15th Anniversary Edition [Paperback] Banerjee Divakaruni, Chitra
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“Be taken back to a time that is half history, half myth, and wholly magical ?

First published in 2008, Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s The Palace of Illusions has received wide acclaim for giving a woman’s take on the timeless tale that is the Mahabharata. Narrated by Panchaali, wife of the five Pandava brothers, the novel traces her life from fiery birth and lonely childhood, where her beloved brother is her only true companion; through her complicated friendship with the enigmatic Krishna; to marriage, motherhood and her secret attraction to the mysterious man who is her husbands? most dangerous enemy. This tenth anniversary edition, complete with a new author?s note, celebrates once again a remarkable and deeply human story about a woman born into a man?s world.”


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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pan Macmillan India (24 May 2019); Pan Macmillan Publishing, 707, 7th Floor, Kailash Building 26, K.G. Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9386215969
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9386215963
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 270 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 2.8 x 13 x 19.8 cm
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India
Net Quantity ‏ : ‎ 10 Count
Packer ‏ : ‎ AAJ Enterprises; Khasra No. 91/7, Village Akbarpur Barota, Sector – 42, Distt. Sonipat, Haryana- 131101
Generic Name ‏ : ‎ Book

Customers say

Customers find the book engaging and well-written. They describe the story as captivating and enchanting, reimagining the ancient Indian epic from Draupadi’s perspective. Readers appreciate the tender and poignant portrayal of emotions. The characters are described as detailed, strong, and morally gray. The book provides deep insights and evokes new questions that readers need to consider. Overall, customers feel the book is worth the price and a must-read.

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